What is the PCI Parallel Port Windows Driver?
The PCI Parallel Port driver is a software component that allows Windows to communicate with a Parallel Port (also known as a Centronics Port) connected through a PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) slot on the motherboard or via a PCI expansion card. The parallel port was commonly used for connecting printers, scanners, and other peripherals, though it has largely been replaced by USB connections in modern computers.
The PCI Parallel Port driver ensures that the operating system can correctly recognize and interact with the parallel port hardware, enabling it to send and receive data to and from devices connected via the port.