GLSL stands for openGL Shading Language, which is the specific standard of shader programs you'll see in the following chapters. There are other types of shaders depending on hardware and Operating Systems. Here we will work with the openGL specs regulated byKhronos Group. Understanding the histo...
In computer graphics, a pixel shader, also known as a fragment shader, is a program that dictates the color, brightness, contrast, and other characteristics of a single pixel (fragment). A programmer who specializes is writing pixel shader programs is known as a shading artist....
What is a Minecraft Shader? A shader is a computer program used to alter an object's appearance on-screen, such as might be done with the texture, lighting, and color of a 3D model in a video game. For gamers, Minecraft shaders help to make the in-game world more visually striking ...
A pixel shader is a type of computer graphics tool that allows for the creation of image effects like light, texture, shape, and...
What role does video random access memory (VRAM) play in graphics card performance? VRAM is dedicated memory on the graphics card used to store and quickly access textures, shaders, and other graphical data. More VRAM allows for smoother rendering of high-resolution textures and complex scenes....
In computer graphics, it means the quantity used in three-dimensional (3D) rendering which represents the amount of reflectivity a surface has. It is a key
Ray tracing cores.A technology that simulates the way light interacts with objects to create realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections. This feature enhances visual fidelity in supported games and applications. Shader model.A set of instructions that tells the GPU how to process shading and light...
In computer science, a buffer is a place in memory where temporary data is stored. When we are done using this data, the buffer is deleted and the memory is ready for reuse. Shaders In the year 2000, Microsoft released Direct3D 8.0, which supported a new feature called shaders. Shader...
Using Message Queuing COM Components in Visual C++ and C Opening Local Queues Visual Basic Code Example: Retrieving MSMQQueueInfo.Authenticate MSMQ Glossary: M IFileOpenDialog Notifications Notifications Toolbar Controls MSMQQueueInfo.IsWorldReadable2 Visual Basic Code Example: Sending a Message Usi...
What is OpenGL? 什么是 OpenGL? 在最基本的层面上,OpenGL 是一个允许程序员与图形硬件通信的软件接口(software interface)。当然,OpenGL 的内涵远不止于此,你会很高兴知道本书将为你讲解 OpenGL 的更多细节。不过,在我们动手开始编码之前,你需要了解一下计算机图形学(Computer Graphics)和 OpenGL 的历史。