Update Windows to the latest version using Trick.
Update Windows to the latest version using Trick.
For instance, a 1 HP laptop model 14-bs077tx is used. The issue isn't restricted to just this model. I tried using Windows Update to automatically install drivers after a fresh setup. With Windows 1803, it worked well in clearing all yellow triangles with exclamation marks from the device manager. But with Windows 20H2, I had to manually locate drivers on HP's site to remove those same elements since Windows Update couldn't handle it. Can I edit the registry to make Windows Update think it's running an older version? This might also help because drivers from manufacturers can fail to install if the OS is too new.
This situation could lead to more problems than solutions. If a newer Windows release stops accepting these drivers, it might be due to faulty drivers or incompatibility with the updated OS. Tricking programs into thinking they run on an older version can cause future issues. When software can't support a newer version, it's not just about the number—it's about the system expecting certain behaviors that the newer version no longer provides. If a program detects it's running on an outdated version like 1809, it may rely on specific APIs or responses that are now missing or changed, leading to malfunctions, crashes, or even instability in your Windows installation.
It seems like you're experiencing problems with anything above 1803, especially on your desktop. Your main laptop works fine up to 1809, but beyond that it fails. You're wondering why this is happening and what the goal might be, noting that version numbers would likely become incorrect afterward.
Many users are unaware that Windows 10 introduced several hardware updates. The main changes included evolving the core design, moving away from the old NT structure to a component-based system called "OneCore." This allowed Microsoft to provide a single operating system for PCs, consoles, tablets, and future devices, with only the user interface and higher-level components needing adjustments. As a result, resources increased slightly. Security enhancements sometimes slowed performance. Services were reorganized into separate processes, leading to numerous svchost.exe entries in Task Manager, which can strain CPU usage and memory. On the positive side, isolated service failures prevent cascading issues and improve security by restricting access between processes. Overall, older or weaker systems struggle with newer versions, so updating may be necessary. If updates aren't available, consider using drivers from the hardware manufacturer (such as Nvidia, Intel, AMD, Realtek) instead.