2009/12/23 Linuxguy123 linuxguy123@gmail.com:
Please reply if you need to ( ie must) use the proprietary nvidia driver instead of the nouveau driver.
Define "must". I use the driver from rpmfusion, not because I "must", but because I choose to.
I have dual monitors at work, driven by an NVidia NVS 290. It does work on F12 with nouveau as I tried it. But I lose 3D acceleration which I "like" (not need) because I find that some of the Compiz effects actually speed my workflow. (things like window previews are reasonably useful when you have tens of terminals or browser windows open)
I would say that I need to use the proprietary driver, because it improves my work - but there is no technical necessity.
If you are using the proprietary nvidia driver or some other non kms equipped driver, how are you finding F12 ? Ie do you experience freezing when you access some panel items ?
I have no problems in this area. I find the rpmfusion provided driver more stable for what I want to do than nouveau.
-- Sam