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Old 02-03-2006
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Directx 10

Does anyone know if my setup will support directx 10 when it's released?
I've got a Geforce 5500 256mb video card and I'm running XP and don't particularly want to move to Vista. However, I'm hearing that DX10 will be exclusive to vista.
I just know that within a couple of months I won't be able to play any new games if I can't run DX10.
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Old 02-03-2006
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vista or not - I doubt your vid card will be DX 10 compatible, sorry!
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Old 02-03-2006
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Brilliant. Just bought it!
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I only doubt it - I'm not certain for sure. Hang in there for one of the experts to reply.
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It's likely it will work but most of the advanced stuff will not be available due to limitations of your card, the 5500 is a bottom end card and already two generations out of date. I wouldn't worry about it at the minute and it will depend on whether you're willing to stump up £200'ish to Mr Gates for Vista when it's released.
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I wouldnt worry about it. by the time games incorporating DX10 features show up you will be ready to buy a new video card anyway.
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