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    Question on Directx

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by sylphyaj, Dec 27, 2010.

  1. sylphyaj

    sylphyaj Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have an Asus G73JW-3DE. I'm a complete computer noob who just wants some quality gaming. Can anyone tell me what directx is and what it does and if I need to update it?
     
    sylphyaj, Dec 27, 2010
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  2. Travelor

    Travelor Notebook Consultant

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    Hello,

    DirectX in simple terms is a Microsoft Product that programmers/developers utilize to make games more readily usable within the Windows Platform.

    Here's a Wiki on DirectX
    Also Games For Windows Introducton to DirectX

    That should provide you with a lot of information. If you want more do a "Google Search" on DirectX and you'll find much much more.

    As far as needing to update it, I would recommend that you do keep it up to date with the latest versions. Especially if you keep your Video Drivers up to date.

    In Peace and Agape,
    Trav...
     
    Travelor, Dec 27, 2010
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  3. svl7

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    Usually if you install a game it will automatically provide you the latest DirectX version. Also the automatic update service of windows includes DX updates as far as I remember.
     
    svl7, Dec 27, 2010
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