How can updating my graphics drivers potentially fix Minecraft's OpenGL error 65542?

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How can updating my graphics drivers potentially fix Minecraft's OpenGL error 65542?
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Outdated or corrupted graphics drivers are a common cause. Updating to the latest drivers (from NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel's websites, *not* Windows Update) ensures compatibility with Minecraft's OpenGL implementation and fixes known bugs. A clean driver install (using DDU - Display Driver Uninstaller) is often recommended for best results.