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If you are talking about the TV plug and plays, then no.

If you are talking about a microphone or a controller, then yes. Plug and plays are usually USB based, and all USB's require drivers.

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Do plug and play require devices?

If you are talking about the TV plug and plays, then no. If you are talking about a microphone or a controller, then yes. Plug and plays are usually USB based, and all USB's require drivers.


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If you are talking about the TV plug and plays, then no. If you are talking about a microphone or a controller, then yes. Plug and plays are usually USB based, and all USB's require drivers.


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