I am worried that nVidia drivers may be collecting infromation about my PC and other stuff and sending it off to the Internet. Is there something I can do to block it from having access to the Internet?
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They aren't. They don't even check for updates. The only software Nvidia have in Linux is the actual driver, and a very basic configuration tool. It can't even check for updates.
If they were, there would be a gigantic uproar, an even bigger backlash, and 56994 articles on how to block it
It is possible to use iptables firewall rules or something similar to block a process from accessing the network, if needed.
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Originally posted by claydoh View PostThey aren't. They don't even check for updates. The only software Nvidia have in Linux is the actual driver, and a very basic configuration tool. It can't even check for updates.
If they were, there would be a gigantic uproar, an even bigger backlash, and 56994 articles on how to block it
It is possible to use iptables firewall rules or something similar to block a process from accessing the network, if needed.
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Originally posted by joe2313 View PostCause during the installation process, I was asked if I wanted to install third party software such as drivers etc, so that is why I was a bit worried but thanks for clearing that up
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