When updating drivers, what must you avoid?

When updating drivers, it is essential to avoid interrupting the update process to prevent corruption or malfunction. During a driver update, the operating system communicates with hardware components, and any disruption—such as shutting down the computer, losing power, or cancelling the update—can lead to incomplete installations or corrupted driver files. This can cause the hardware to malfunction or become unusable, necessitating further troubleshooting or even a complete reinstallation of the operating system in severe cases.

The other options, while potentially relevant considerations in the context of driver updates, do not carry the same critical importance as ensuring a smooth update process. For example, rebooting the computer is often necessary after a driver update to apply changes properly. Connecting to the internet may be needed to download the latest drivers, especially if the update process requires them. Using an old driver version can lead to compatibility and performance issues but does not pose an immediate risk during an update process like an interruption does. Therefore, avoiding interruptions is paramount for a successful driver update.