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Discussions on printer driver security at WindowsForum.com focus on Microsoft's shift toward IPP-based Windows Ready Print as the default for new printer installations in Windows 11, starting July 2026. This change is driven by concerns that traditional OEM printer drivers represent technical debt and security exposure. The forum examines how the built-in IPP path reduces attack surface while still allowing fallback to OEM drivers when needed. Members analyze the implications for enterprise IT, including reduced driver-related vulnerabilities and simplified management. The tag covers the security rationale behind moving away from vendor-specific drivers toward a standardized, more secure printing framework in Windows.
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    Windows 11 Ready Print (July 2026): IPP Default Printing With OEM Escape Hatch

    Microsoft is preparing Windows 11 to prefer its built-in IPP-based Windows Ready Print path for new eligible printer installations starting in July 2026, while still allowing users and administrators to fall back to traditional OEM driver workflows where needed. That is the plain-English version...
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