Windows 7 Is there an alternative to the IDT audio driver?

I've searched various forums as well as support from Microsoft and HP for a permanent solution to the conflict between Windows 7 and the IDT audio codec. It's a problem which occurs across multiple platforms: the audio driver freezes, requiring a system restart. It typically happens with web applications using flashplayer, although not exclusively.

Anybody here know of an alternative to the IDT codec, since none of the manufacturers have offered a solution?