Tag archive: DirectX

If you're a user of Valve's Steam service then you've likely become accustomed to waiting for Microsoft's DirectX to re-install itself anytime you download a new game that requires some amount of graphical horsepower. It's confounding that the game-enabling collection of APIs would require fresh installations so frequently, though there is an explanation for it that Valve offered on the Steam user forums (via… Read More

Hope you weren't planning to get geared up for DirectX 10 and stick with Windows XP. Microsoft has announcedthat DirectX 10 will be available for Windows Vista only. Those consumers who were hoping to rush out and purchase hardware compatible with the new version will find themselves plunking down evenmore cash for a version of Vista now to be able to take full advantage of their hardware. Microsoft says that the reason for no XP support… Read More

3DMark05 is the fifth generation of the product line, which boasts a distribution of over 50 million copies. 3DMark05 sets the standard for accurate and objective measurement of graphics performanceof DirectX 9 in running the next generation of 3D games. 3DMark05 enables objective cross-platform performance comparisons and incorporates many groundbreaking new features and technologies. The all-new engine and tests were developed within… Read More

Benchmark Structure. 3DMark03 is a collection of 3D tests. These include a set of four game tests; these are the only tests used to calculate the overall 3DMark03 score. The benchmark also includes a set of CPU, feature, image quality, and sound tests. Each of these tests measures specific 3D-related functionality, but their result is not included in the overall score. They do not fall into the target usage, but are included to allow the… Read More

Ensuring that the long-awaited sequel to one of the industry's most groundbreaking games will not only live up to five years of anticipation, but will also give gaming enthusiasts a reason to fastentheir seatbelts in front of their PCs, Microsoft DirectX 9.0 will bring scientist Gordon Freeman and his creeping, shooting alien nemeses back to life — with the vibrant graphics and enhancedgameplay needed for a truly immersive experience… Read More

According to BetaNews, “most notably corrected in version 9.0a is an issue that caused MSN Messenger to malfunction when DirectX 9 was installed. It is not known at this time why DirectX 9.0a was removed from Microsoft's download site, which currently states “The download you requested is unavailable.” DirectX 9.0 made its debut last December featuring improved performance and security, along with a new high-level… Read More