Usb headset mic makes noise to whom i talk on skype, but it works perfectly on another pcs. should i update some drivers?

but it works perfectly on another pcs. should i update some drivers?

Chances are the headset isn't using standard USB-Audio drivers found on the Mac.    I'd try to find one that knows it is Mac compatible and says it doesn't require any drivers.

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