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DirectX 8.1

DirectX® is the multimedia system foundation for the Windows operating system. Using DirectX, programs can take full advantage of your computer to give you the best possible multimedia experience. DirectX 8.1 includes the latest updates to all the DirectX components and provides support for the same great features that were provided by DirectX 8.0a, including the latest hardware multimedia features and API capabilities:

- Graphics: Breathtaking, near photo-quality graphics and support for new forms of hardware-accelerated graphics for higher performance.
- Sound and Music: Compelling audio experiences that combine music and sounds with new special effects.
- Networking: Greatly improved performance and scalability.
- Video: Enhanced audio/video playback and capture, new video editing capabilities, improved support for DVD, TV technologies, and video acceleration.

For more information about this update, visit the DirectX Web site. (This site is in English.)

System Requirements
To install DirectX 8.1, your computer must meet or exceed the following system requirements:

- Windows 2000
- 100 megabytes (MB) of free hard drive space

How to use
Restart your computer to complete the installation.

How to uninstall
Uninstall is not available.

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