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Access, review and modify data related to NVIDIA drivers on a Windows computer with ease

Access, review and modify data related to NVIDIA drivers on a Windows computer with ease

Vote: (16 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: NVIDIA

Version: 8.1.963.0

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(16 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

NVIDIA

8.1.963.0

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • Comprehensive tool for Nvidia products
  • Monitor all of your system’s core components
  • Wide variety of advanced features

Cons

  • Layout can be overwhelming
  • Not for inexperienced users

This program gives you full control over every aspect of your Nvidia hardware. In the past, users would have to manually tweak each individual setting if they wanted to get the most out of their graphics cards and processors. Luckily, that has all changed with the Nvidia Control Panel. After downloading this program, you will be able to overclock your GPU, update drivers, and turn on cooling fans with just a few clicks of the mouse. Here is a closer look at some of the features and tools that have been packed into Nvidia’s Control Panel.

Nvidia hardware has become extremely popular over the last few years, but some of those components are very difficult to modify or customize. Before Nvidia's Control Panel was released, an individual would have to manually alter the settings in the firmware or through the BIOS. Any mistakes that are made during that process could result in permanent damage to the motherboard, RAM, hard drive, or GPU. The Nvidia Control Panel gives you the ability to quickly and safely change your settings with a user-friendly interface.

Through the Control Panel, you can set filters, increase the resolution, and change the antialiasing options. Every computer system is slightly different, and that is why you need to have the ability to alter all of those settings. You might not be able to get the most out of a game with the default settings, and this program lets you tweak those settings on the fly. Once the settings are perfect for a particular game or program, you can save the parameters for future use.

This software also gives you the ability to keep an eye on all of your hardware. Your computer’s components can become permanently damaged if they get too hot, but tracking temperatures isn’t always an easy task. When you first install the Nvidia Control Panel, you can create custom alerts for each individual piece of hardware in your system. Those flashing alerts will tell you when the hardware is running too hot or the drivers are outdated.

The biggest drawback of Nvidia's Control Panel is the fact that it doesn’t work with third-party hardware and software. Before installing this program, you should first verify that your computer has at least one Nvidia component. You should also be wary of changing any settings without first doing some research. While this software does have quite a few safety features, you could damage your system if you aren’t careful.

Pros

  • Comprehensive tool for Nvidia products
  • Monitor all of your system’s core components
  • Wide variety of advanced features

Cons

  • Layout can be overwhelming
  • Not for inexperienced users

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