Ian Simmons launched Kicking the Seat in 2009, one week after seeing Nora Ephron’s Julie & Julia. His wife proposed blogging as a healthier outlet for his anger than red-faced, twenty-minute tirades (Ian is no longer allowed to drive home from the movies).
The Kicking the Seat Podcast followed three years later and, despite its “undiscovered gem” status, Ian thoroughly enjoys hosting film critic discussions, creating themed shows, and interviewing such luminaries as Gaspar Noé, Rachel Brosnahan, Amy Seimetz, and Richard Dreyfuss.
Ian is a member of the Chicago Film Critics Association. He also has a family, a day job, and conflicted feelings about referring to himself in the third person.
With the rollout of Windows 11, Microsoft introduced a refreshed operating system focused on stability, security, and a modern user interface. For the millions of Epson printer owners—from home users with EcoTank models to professionals with WorkForce or SureColor devices—ensuring seamless compatibility between hardware and the new OS is paramount. This guide provides an in-depth look at Epson’s software ecosystem for Windows 11, including driver installation, feature suites, troubleshooting, and best practices. 1. Compatibility and the Windows 11 Advantage Epson and Microsoft worked closely to ensure that most Epson printers released after 2015 are fully compatible with Windows 11. The operating system natively supports many Epson devices via Windows Update or the built-in Class Driver —a basic driver that enables printing without installing full manufacturer software. However, to unlock the complete range of features (high-resolution scanning, maintenance functions, custom paper sizes, and color management), installing Epson’s official software is essential.