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  1. brother
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    Driver finding software


    Hi,
    Does anyone use one of the driver finding programs? for example Driver Detective
    Are they any good?
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  3. Tews
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    Some have had success, but i view them as just a means to lighten up your wallet...
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  4. jimbo45
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    Hi there
    those apps are just "SNEAKWARE" - they will say the've found what you need but you need to PAY to access the downloads, database etc etc.

    Your best bets are

    1) Google
    2) W7 Forums (or maybe swap 1 and 2 around)
    3) Your own ingenuity.

    Cheers
    jimbo
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  6. Tews
    Posts : 11,840
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    jimbo45 said:
    Hi there
    those apps are just "SNEAKWARE" - they will say the've found what you need but you need to PAY to access the downloads, database etc etc.

    Your best bets are

    1) Google
    2) W7 Forums (or maybe swap 1 and 2 around)
    3) Your own ingenuity.

    Cheers
    jimbo

    +1.. Words of wisdom!!!
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  7. brother
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    Thanks guys !
    I will go with the flow and keep my money in my wallet !
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  8. Tews
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    Good choice!!
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