The Surface Radio Monitor driver is a component used in Microsoft Surface devices, specifically related to the device's wireless communication hardware. It works with features such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and possibly other wireless radios (such as NFC or mobile broadband, depending on the device). The driver manages the interaction between the operating system and the wireless radio hardware, ensuring stable connections and performance for wireless networking.

The Surface Radio Monitor driver may appear in Device Manager under the "Network adapters" or similar section and can also be associated with monitoring and controlling wireless functions to ensure that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth radios are working correctly. It's essential for the optimal operation of wireless networking features on Surface devices, particularly for managing radio power, connectivity, and performance.