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Have to use Windows for work (I've asked), the ads have been getting worse and worse on my work laptop. Today got a game ad notification... That's clearly too far, right? Like I have to clear notifications, so I have to see it

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago (2 children)

The only reason I have a Windows PC is because GeForce Now doesn't have a 4K client in anything but Windows.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago (1 children)

I assume you've looked into this, but sharing it just in case.

I'd also suggest just trying to run the Windows client under Proton as an alternative.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

I'll try the client under Wine. The issue with GeForce Now under Linux, whether it is with the client or Chrome, is that resolution is capped at 1080p/60.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago (1 children)

fixing windows shit is a source of revenue here, so i have a few to keep up-to-date.. but most everything i use (windows or linux) has been cobbled-together from other people's junk and the recycle bin.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

As a grey beard IT guy, I approve of this practice.