How to Install NVIDIA GPU Drivers on Ubuntu (Linux)

Open a terminal and run the following command to update the package list:

sudo apt update

Run the following command to install essential build dependencies:

sudo apt install build-essential dkms

Add the NVIDIA PPA repository to get the latest drivers, and then update the package list again:

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:graphics-drivers/ppa
sudo apt update

Identify the available NVIDIA drivers for your system:

ubuntu-drivers devices

Install the recommended driver version by replacing <version> with the specific driver version number:

sudo apt install nvidia-driver-<version>

For example, to install version 460, use sudo apt install nvidia-driver-460.

Reboot your system to apply the changes:

sudo reboot

Verify the installation by running the following command:

nvidia-smi

This command should display information about your NVIDIA GPU and the driver version.

On Windows, always ensure you download drivers directly from NVIDIA’s official website to avoid any malicious software.
On Linux, using the command line ensures you get the latest and most compatible drivers for your system.
In case of issues, checking the NVIDIA support forums and documentation can provide solutions to common problems.

Follow these steps carefully to successfully install NVIDIA GPU drivers on Ubuntu (Linux).