NVIDIA today released its 590.44.01 proprietary driver for Linux, marking the debut of the new 590 driver series. This release provides a significant update over previous versions, incorporating general bug fixes, performance enhancements, and updated compatibility with recent Linux kernel iterations. The development continues to leverage NVIDIA's open GPU kernel modules for the kernel-mode driver components, complementing the proprietary userspace drivers. Users and developers seeking specific details on newly supported hardware, Vulkan extensions, or resolved issues are directed to NVIDIA's official driver portal, where the comprehensive changelog is available for this new stable branch. This update is crucial for maintaining optimal performance and stability for NVIDIA GPU users on Linux.