directx

Determining the precise version of DirectX installed on your PC can play a pivotal role in boosting game performance and software compatibility, but for many, unraveling this information remains a confusing first step. Understanding the architecture of DirectX, its evolution, and the specific...

DirectX remains one of the most critical building blocks of the Windows multimedia ecosystem, powering everything from blockbuster video games to advanced graphical renderings in professional applications. For both casual users and seasoned IT professionals, knowing which version of DirectX is...

DirectX is a suite of multimedia technologies integral to Windows operating systems, enabling software, particularly games, to interact efficiently with your video and audio hardware. Ensuring you have the appropriate DirectX version installed is crucial for optimal performance and...

Windows 11 has reached a pivotal moment in its lifecycle, overtaking Windows 10 as the most widely used desktop operating system in the world, according to the latest data from Stat Counter. For the first time since its launch in late 2021, Windows 11 secures a clear majority, accounting for 52...

A fresh wave of anticipation—and some cautious optimism—has swept the Windows community as Microsoft has released the cumulative security update KB5060999 for Windows 11, targeting the perennial headaches that have dogged gamers and content creators using Nvidia graphics cards. With the rollout...

The Windows kernel stands as the fortress of system security, but even its most fortified walls can sometimes harbor subtle weaknesses. One such vulnerability making the rounds is CVE-2025-29812—a flaw in the DirectX Graphics Kernel leading to an elevation of privilege due to an untrusted...

The launch of Windows 11 has been met with mixed reactions, especially concerning its redesigned taskbar. Many users who appreciate the classic functionality and design of the Windows 10 taskbar have been exploring ways to revert their interface to a more familiar setup. In this article, we'll...

A recent advisory from Microsoft’s Security Response Center has brought to light a new vulnerability—CVE-2025-24997—that affects the DirectX Graphics Kernel. While the bug might seem small on the surface, its impact can be significant: a simple null pointer dereference in Windows Kernel Memory...

Microsoft’s 50th anniversary isn’t just a number—it’s a testament to half a century of groundbreaking innovations that revolutionized the way we compute, work, and play. As the tech giant marks this milestone, we look back on five products that not only defined Microsoft’s past but continue to...

Microsoft’s recent move to open-source additional components of its DirectX Shader Compiler marks another significant step in its evolving relationship with the developer community. This February 2025 release, spotlighted by Phoronix, delivers key enhancements designed to foster greater...

Welcome to a showdown that feels like a heavyweight match between Windows 11 and Linux, brought to you by Intel’s fresh-off-the-press Arc B-Series “Battlemage” graphics cards. Geeky? Maybe. Exciting? Absolutely. Let’s dive in to explore how Intel’s latest GPUs, spearheaded by the B580, stack up...

I've reinstalled Windows 11 several times, but the problem persists. After launching an application, it goes to the background with 0% CPU usage. It can open after 5 or more minutes of waiting, but it's very unusual for my PC. At some point, it just happened, and now I don't know what to do. I'm...

Hi. I'm having a bit of an issue with certain software and games. This pops up when I try to start them: I've tried several things, including: Reinstalling Epic Games Launcher. Removing all instances of Visual C++ and reinstalling them. Renaming all versions of xinput1_1 - 1_3.dll in...

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/directx/windows-hdr-calibration-app/

I've been having problems getting PC to sleep after a period of time. With some help from this forum, it was fixed a couple of months ago. Yesterday I had to reinstall drivers for my AMD graphics card and now I am back to the no sleep problem. Anyone have any ideas Windows 10 home 64 21H1 Build...

Hello, I am experiencing crashes in multiple different games. I originally thought the crashes were purely related to Call of Duty games but I have now experienced crashes in Doom Eternal, Madden 21, and Rocket Arena. Funnily enough, I never experienced a crash in Cyberpunk... Anyways, the...

As part of their special event this week, NVIDIA introduced its GeForce RTX 30 Series laptops, built with the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, the second generation of RTX, which fully supports DirectX 12 Ultimate. This includes new Ray Tracing Cores, Tensor Cores and streaming multiprocessors to...

First, a few screenshots: As one can see the graphics are superb and requirements are surprisingly low: OPERATING SYSTEM: Windows® 10. PROCESSOR: Intel® Core™ i5-3470 or AMD Ryzen™ 3 1200. MEMORY: 8 GB. GRAPHICS: GeForce® GTX 1050 3 GB or AMD Radeon™ RX 560 4 GB. Direct X: Version 12...

Today at Microsoft Build 2020 the WinUI team is excited to announce the latest version of WinUI 3 available for public preview: WinUI 3 Preview 1. This preview expands the world of WinUI to an even wider audience of developers – the previously-released WinUI 3 Alpha was only available to UWP app...

Hello, I have a Windows 10 laptop. I downloaded the Sims 2 on it, but I need Directx 9.0 for that. So I downloaded Directx 9.0 from the microsoft website. I ran through the installation process and everything was fine. But when I tried to start the Sims 2 again, I got the same error, telling me...