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shader

A small GPU program that calculates rendering effects.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

shader — A small GPU program that calculates rendering effects.

See also: DirectStorage, RTX IO.

Where shader Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is shader?

A small GPU program that calculates rendering effects.

What terms are related to shader?

Related Gaming terms include DirectStorage, RTX IO.

Related Technical Terms

DirectStorage
Microsoft's API that loads game assets straight from NVMe SSDs. Gaming
RTX IO
NVIDIA's GPU-accelerated storage loading for games. Gaming
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