How do you test your recording software drivers for compatibility and stability after updating them?

Recording is the practice of creating sound through acoustic or electronic means. It encompasses various related technologies like music production and video editing. In this article, we'll cover how you can test your recording software drivers for compatibility and stability before releasing them to the public.

1. Test in a Virtual Machine

Virtual machines (VMs) are software environments that enable multiple operating systems and applications to run simultaneously on one physical computer. By separating the software from its host system, virtual machines save time, cost-savings, and make supporting legacy applications much simpler.