This is the most reliable method for older hardware like the 8188GU.
| Chipset | Max Speed | Band | Linux Support | Hotspot Support | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 150 Mbps | 2.4 GHz | Poor (DKMS) | Poor | | RTL8812AU | 600 Mbps | Dual (2.4+5) | Good (morrownr) | Excellent | | MT7610U | 433 Mbps | 5 GHz only | Native (Kernel 5.4+) | Good | | AX88772C | 1000 Mbps | Ethernet (USB) | Native | N/A | realtek 8188gu wireless lan 802.11n usb nic driver
This article provides a deep dive into everything you need to know about the RTL8188GU driver: what it is, how to install it on Windows, Linux, and macOS, how to fix common errors (Code 10, Code 43), and how to extract the best performance from this legacy 802.11n chipset. This is the most reliable method for older
: Many third-party hardware brands use this chip. For example, some users have had success using the driver from ASUS or specific motherboard manufacturer sites. For example, some users have had success using