(to reduce flash writes):
: Use RTL8196E only for low-cost IoT gateways or learning embedded Linux . For production, switch to MediaTek MT7620/7628 or Qualcomm QCA9531 (both well supported in OpenWrt). rtl8196e openwrt
Wireless drivers remain the "Holy Grail." Because Realtek’s wireless drivers are often closed-source, developers must rely on reverse engineering or the "rtl819x" driver, which can be prone to instability. Why It Matters (to reduce flash writes): : Use RTL8196E only