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 # rtl8192eu linux drivers
 
+**NOTE:** The `master` branch is based on Realtek's driver versioned 4.3.1.1. The branch `realtek-4.4.x` is based on 4.4.1 originally.
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 The official drivers for D-Link DWA-131 Rev E, with patches to keep it working on newer kernels.
 Also works on Rosewill RNX-N180UBE v2 N300 Wireless Adapter.