NVIDIA-Linux-support

7 месяцев назад

Nvidia is releasing open-source kernel modules for their GPUs, a significant step towards better Linux support. This change will benefit users who rely on Nvidia's hardware for demanding tasks, potentially making Linux a more viable option for gaming and other graphics-intensive workloads. The video discusses the implications of this move and explores the potential for a future where Linux becomes a dominant platform for graphics-intensive applications.

7 месяцев назад

This video discusses Nvidia's recent decision to fully adopt open-source GPU kernel modules for newer GPUs. The speaker explains the difference between kernel modules and user space drivers, and clarifies that this change only affects the kernel module, not the user space driver. The speaker also discusses the implications of this change for different GPU models and operating systems.

9 месяцев назад

The video discusses Ubuntu's upcoming switch to Wayland by default for NVIDIA users in version 24.10. The speaker highlights the recent improvements in NVIDIA drivers, including explicit sync support, and discusses the remaining challenges with Wayland, such as global hotkeys and accessibility issues. The speaker expresses hope that the increased adoption of Wayland will encourage developers to address these issues.

2 года назад

Nvidia has open-sourced their Linux GPU kernel driver, a long-awaited move by the community. While the user-space code for gaming and AI applications is not yet open source, this is a significant step towards a fully open-source graphics ecosystem. The driver is currently in alpha for workstation and GeForce cards, but production-ready for data center cards.