Ubuntu 24.10 Now Defaults to Wayland on Nvidia
Ubuntu 24.10 will switch to using Wayland over X11 for NVIDIA GPUs due to improved driver support. This aligns with GNOME 47 updates, enhancing performance and user experience with modern graphics technologies.
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Ubuntu 24.10 will default to using Wayland instead of X11 for NVIDIA graphics drivers in the upcoming release. This change is a significant departure from previous versions where NVIDIA GPUs defaulted to the X.Org session. The decision to switch to Wayland is attributed to the improved support and maturity of the official NVIDIA Linux graphics driver, especially with the upcoming NVIDIA R555 driver. Canonical's Daniel van Vugt made adjustments to the GDM session manager to ensure NVIDIA users will now have Wayland as the default option. The move is part of the plan to align with GNOME 47 and introduce various updates in Ubuntu 24.10. The shift to Wayland for NVIDIA is seen as a positive step forward, leveraging features like explicit sync for enhanced performance. This change reflects the ongoing evolution of Ubuntu's desktop environment to optimize user experience and compatibility with modern graphics technologies.
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