Unlocks the actual maximum speeds of the 802.11ac protocol.
Finding a "portable" driver solution for macOS is the most challenging. Drivers are version-specific and often require disabling System Integrity Protection (SIP), which isn't a portable or lightweight process. However, it is possible.
Download version 1030.37 or higher for a stable portable update. Avoid versions below 1026, as they have a USB selective suspend bug that disconnects the adapter every 10 minutes.