The HID Infrared Remote Receiver is a device driver for a remote control receiver that uses Infrared (IR) technology to communicate with a computer or other electronic devices. HID stands for Human Interface Device, and the term typically refers to devices like keyboards, mice, and remotes that are designed to interact with a computer or system via standardized protocols.

In the case of the HID Infrared Remote Receiver, it is likely part of a system that allows a computer to receive input signals from an infrared remote control (like those used for media centers, presentations, or controlling volume/playback on a PC). The HID Infrared Remote Receiver driver allows the operating system to recognize and communicate with the remote receiver hardware.