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Old 12-02-2016, 11:30 AM   #31
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Does that mean I can't make my WiFi card work even if I have the correct proprietary driver ?
No, it means that adding a non-free component into a libre GNU/Linux distribution like Dragora -- defeats its purpose.

Changing to a distribution with partial support of free software can be worse, implying more non-free components.
It depends on how you see it, and it depends on your privacy (respect).

So, I would say that you have some choices if you really want to run under Dragora:

1. Try to get the "sources" of the driver from the mainstream page.
2. Get or bought a compatible wireless card.

You can try 1. until to get 2.

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Old 12-02-2016, 03:43 PM   #32
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Let us know Oliems on what you decide on.
 
Old 12-03-2016, 06:06 AM   #33
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It depends on how you see it, and it depends on your privacy (respect).
I like the libre philosophy and I would like to run an entirely free laptop but I cannot so I have to make some compromises in order to get that wifi card working.

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Let us know Oliems on what you decide on.
I will keep using Ubuntu in dual boot with Dragora so I can try to fix this wifi problem when I have more time. I think it can be a rewarding experience for I will have to learn new things in order to fix it.

Anyway, thank you very much to all of you for your answers. :-)
 
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I like the libre philosophy and I would like to run an entirely free laptop but I cannot so I have to make some compromises in order to get that wifi card working.



I will keep using Ubuntu in dual boot with Dragora so I can try to fix this wifi problem when I have more time. I think it can be a rewarding experience for I will have to learn new things in order to fix it.

Anyway, thank you very much to all of you for your answers. :-)
You're Welcome-
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