Just installed Linux Mint, need to get wireless drivers

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LordNoobius
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Just installed Linux Mint, need to get wireless drivers

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Hey I am a US soldier deployed overseas. My friend wanted to try Linux, so I installed Linux mint 20.2, and he needs to install the wifi drivers on his new Linux computer. However, none of us have the ability to use a wired connection. We have to use mobile hotspots here and the internet is absolute trash. My question is, is there anyone here who can help us? He has no ability to connect to the internet period. We thought of using a flash drive with the drivers installed on them, but I have no clue where to look for them.
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Re: Just installed Linux Mint, need to get wireless drivers

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Be sure secure boot is disabled in Bios. That may be all you need to do.

If you still need a driver, maybe you can connect with a cell phone:
https://easylinuxtipsproject.blogspot.c ... ernet.html
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Re: Just installed Linux Mint, need to get wireless drivers

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