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    How to get directx11?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by helmeston, Sep 14, 2011.

  1. helmeston

    helmeston Notebook Consultant

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    ok, so I got the ati hd 6990m but only directx10, how can I get directx 11 and shall it improve my performances?
     
    helmeston, Sep 14, 2011
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    I don't know much about it, but I thought the Directx 11 was already installed by default in windows 7, am I wrong?
     
    ExMM, Sep 15, 2011
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  5. helmeston

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    yes, you're wright, thanks!
     
    helmeston, Sep 15, 2011
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    for dx11 you need windows 7 other oses don't support it
     
    res0sf9v, Sep 17, 2011
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    Actually, you can use DirectX 11 under Vista as well:

    DailyTech - Directx 11 Now Available for Vista Through Platform Update
     
    mochaultimate, Sep 19, 2011
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