Thanks SHoTTa35 who saw this interesting update. Following our earlier post that Microsoft have release a new Redist 8.1b DirectX package (for developers) Warp2search have reported that Microsoft have released the End-User runtime of DirectX 8.1b for Win98/Me and a sharp eyed Neowin reader also found the Windows 2000 version! (thanks xStainDx)
- This latest version of DirectX® offers updated graphics, faster frame rates, and support for massively multiplayer games. It also offers more immersive audio when running and displaying programs rich in multimedia elements such as full-color graphics, video, 3-D animation, and surround sound. If you had an earlier version of DirectX installed on your system, you will see little difference in available space on your hard drive following the installation.