For online installation (running OS), pnputil is simpler; PowerShell is more useful for offline images.
The installation of device drivers from Cabinet (CAB) files is a common yet often misunderstood practice in Windows system administration. This paper explores the structure of CAB files, the technical underpinnings of driver installation, manual and automated methods, security considerations, and enterprise deployment strategies. By examining command-line tools, PowerShell cmdlets, and DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management), this work provides a definitive guide for IT professionals and advanced users. install drivers from cab file