What is Realtek Audio Windows Driver?

The Realtek Audio Windows driver is a software component that allows your computer's operating system (Windows) to communicate with the Realtek audio chipset on your motherboard or sound card. This driver enables functionality like audio playback, recording, sound output through speakers or headphones, and microphone input. Without the correct driver, your computer may not recognize the audio hardware or could experience issues like no sound, distorted audio, or malfunctioning microphone.