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Old 07-22-2003, 12:59 AM   #1
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How to update Drivers?

Whats the easiest way to update my Nvidia geforce card drivers in linux? I tried to but it was a nightmare. Thanks

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Old 07-22-2003, 01:07 AM   #2
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If you need the nVidia driver, you want the Linux IA32 driver

Make sure you read and follow the instructions they give.

# Redhat links
RedHat Linux Manuals
Get your mp3 support here
Maximum RPM
rpmfind
Easier software management: apt4rpm - Red Carpet
RedHat 8.0 Tips & Tricks

# Redhat 7.3 down configuration commands
setup leads to several configuration tools

# Redhat 7.3 up configuration commands
Configure soundcard:
redhat-config-soundcard
Configure X server:
redhat-config-xfree86
Configure network:
redhat-config-network
Manage software:
redhat-config-packages

# Handling NTFS
New Technology FileSystem (NTFS) HOWTOs
Linux NTFS project
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