2008-07-30, 06:11 PM
When running in window mode, you're not using the graphics card. You're basically running all the graphic calculations and output through the processor. (Or something similar, I read it somewhere)
As a given, my computer graphic's card is set to run on max 75 fp, which would be enough for a normal person.
By running on the processor instead, it is able to run as fast as 750-800 fps (read, it calculates 750-800 fps, but only displays the max amount of frames your screen can show. Either it be 75, 60 or 50), but when the fps changes because either a boss is being played, or something requires more processor power, the fps drops, and usually a very short lag-spike will hit you.
However, running windowed mode in Vista should fix Horntail and Zakum issues if this is not fixed yet and has something to do with the drivers to the graphics card.
As a given, my computer graphic's card is set to run on max 75 fp, which would be enough for a normal person.
By running on the processor instead, it is able to run as fast as 750-800 fps (read, it calculates 750-800 fps, but only displays the max amount of frames your screen can show. Either it be 75, 60 or 50), but when the fps changes because either a boss is being played, or something requires more processor power, the fps drops, and usually a very short lag-spike will hit you.
However, running windowed mode in Vista should fix Horntail and Zakum issues if this is not fixed yet and has something to do with the drivers to the graphics card.