How to download printer drivers, how to download printer drivers, how to download printer drivers

I have migrated from Microsoft to Apple and need to know how to find my printer drivers.  I downloaded new driver for Mac OS from Brothers website, but can't find my printer anywhere.  It said the download completed by no where to be found.  Please help.

Under Lion, you should not install the printer driver directly.  Let Apple find it for you via software update.
Here's the detailed article that will help:  http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4670
You basically have to have your printer connected to your Mac (for example, by USB or on your wireless network).  Then let Apple find the appropriate driver software for you.

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