To get the latest version of DirectX for your version of Windows, use Windows Update. If you have Windows 10 or 11, then you already have the latest version of DirectX installed.

This article describes the hotfixes and updates that are included in Service Update 44. Please note that our naming conventions have changed to clarify the link between the version number and service update.

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On the left side of this page, you’ll find a list of all the updates released for this version of Windows. You can also find more information about releases and any known issues.