1 Introduction

This document describes the OpenGL graphics system: what it is, how it acts, and what is required to implement it. We assume that the reader has at least a rudimentary understanding of computer graphics. This means familiarity with the essentials of computer graphics algorithms as well as familiarity with basic graphics hardware and associated terms.

• 1.1 What is the OpenGL Graphics System?
• 1.2 Programmer's View of OpenGL
• 1.3 Implementor's View of OpenGL
• 1.4 Our View