Glossary:OpenGL
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OpenGL (Open Graphics Library) is an open standard, cross-language, multi-platform application programming interface (API) for rendering graphics in both 2D and 3D. OpenGL extensions are decided upon by the ARB (OpenGL Architecture Review Board); voting members have included: Apple, SGI, Dell, NVIDIA, and IBM. Microsoft left in 2003.
General Information
Graphics Card Support
| Version | Released | Radeon Graphics Cards | Nvidia Graphics Cards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 6 August 2012 | HD 5000, 6000 and 7000 Series | GeForce 400, 500 and 600 Series |
| 4.2 | 8 August 2010 | HD 5000, 6000 and 7000 Series | GeForce 400, 500, and 600 Series |
| 4.1 | 26 July 2010 | HD 5000, 6000 and 7000 Series | GeForce 400 and 500 Series |
| 4.0 | March 11 2010 | HD 5000, 6000 and 7000 Series | GeForce 400 and 500 Series |