Understanding DirectX

What was the original Xbox based on?

• PlayStation architecture

• OpenGL technology

• DirectX technology

• Linux OS

Which of the following is a key difference between DirectX and OpenGL?

• Both are Windows exclusive

• DirectX is Windows exclusive, OpenGL is cross-platform

• OpenGL is Windows exclusive, DirectX is not

• DirectX is cross-platform, OpenGL is not

In the house-building analogy, what does DirectX represent?

• The water main and core utilities

• The roof of the house

• The garden outside the house

• The furniture inside the house

Before DirectX, what was a major challenge for game developers?

• Finding skilled programmers

• Communicating directly with hardware

• Developing for multiple operating systems

• Creating realistic graphics

What does DirectX primarily consist of?

• A collection of games

• A set of APIs

• A series of tutorials

• A hardware device

Why was DirectX created by Microsoft?

• To improve office software

• To simplify game development on Windows

• To replace MS-DOS

• To compete with Linux

Who was a notable contributor to the DirectX project?

• Steve Jobs

• Gabe Newell

• Bill Gates

• Elon Musk

Which game was used to showcase the capabilities of DirectX?

• Counter-Strike

• Half-Life

• Quake

• Doom 95

What is a feature of most DirectX versions?

• They are not backward compatible

• They require a subscription

• They are backward compatible

• They are only compatible with Xbox

How can users typically obtain DirectX?

• It is only available to developers

• It is included with games or available on Microsoft's website

• It comes pre-installed on all devices

• By purchasing it separately