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12 changes: 6 additions & 6 deletions README.md
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A kernel simple module that enables you to call ACPI methods by writing the
method name followed by arguments to `/proc/acpi/call`.
A simple kernel module that allows one to call ACPI methods by writing the
method name followed by its arguments to `/proc/acpi/call`.

This module is to be considered a proof-of-concept and has been superseeded by
This module is to be considered a proof-of-concept, and has been superseded by
projects like [bbswitch](https://github.com/Bumblebee-Project/bbswitch). It
allows you to tamper with your system and should be used with caution.

Want to use acpi_call via graphic interface? [Click here](https://github.com/mkottman/acpi_call/#graphic-interface)
Want to use acpi_call via a graphical interface? [Click here](https://github.com/mkottman/acpi_call/#graphic-interface)

Usage:

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sudo cat /proc/acpi/call

An example to turn off discrete graphics card in a dual graphics environment
(like NVIDIA Optimus):
An example to turn off the discrete graphics card in a dual graphics
environment (like NVIDIA Optimus):

# turn off discrete graphics card
echo '\_SB.PCI0.PEG1.GFX0.DOFF' > /proc/acpi/call
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