Late Night Linux
Late Night Linux – Episode 292
Jul 30, 2024
NVIDIA is moving towards open-source GPU drivers, raising questions about their true commitment. The EU's funding cuts for FOSS could jeopardize future privacy efforts. A controversial take on Mark Zuckerberg's use of 'open source' sparks debate. Meanwhile, Proton introduces a new wallet and AI tools, but the Linux community is skeptical. Google faces backlash for halting cookie elimination plans and its labor issues with reCAPTCHA. Finally, the environmental impact of digital technologies and the shift to app usage are examined.
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- NVIDIA's transition to open-source GPU kernel modules aims to improve driver installation and accessibility for Linux users, particularly for modern graphics cards.
- The EU's drastic funding cut for FOSS projects raises concerns about the future of open-source initiatives as resources shift towards AI development.
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NVIDIA's Transition to Open Source Kernel Modules
NVIDIA is moving towards open source GPU kernel modules, which facilitates the use of proprietary drivers for their hardware on Linux systems. This shift primarily supports modern graphics cards from the 3000 series onwards, while older models such as Maxwell and Pascal remain unsupported. Although the transition does not signify full open sourcing, it aims to streamline the installation process for users and Linux distributions. This development is expected to benefit existing NVIDIA users interested in switching to Linux, making the platform more accessible for gaming and other applications.
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