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Windows Color System: The Next Generation Color Management System White Paper Published: September 2005 For the latest information, visit /whdc/device/display/color/default.mspx Abstract This white paper provides an introduction to the Microsoft? Windows? Color System (WCS)—the color management system in the Microsoft Windows VistaTM operating system. The information provided in this white paper is for independent software vendors (ISVs), independent hardware vendors (IHVs), developers, and decision makers to help them understand how WCS can benefit their products and customers. Contents Introduction 1 Market Opportunities for the Windows Color System 2 More than one market for color use 2 Broad customer base for high-quality color 3 Inconsistency in current color management solutions 3 Benefits of the Windows Color System 6 New foundation for color management 7 Seamless integration and scalable support 7 Simple measurement-based profiles and workflows 8 Unparalleled extensibility framework 8 Improved Functionality in Windows Color System Architecture 9 Revamped color infrastructure and translation engine (CITE) 10 Enhanced color processing pipeline 12 New print infrastructure 12 Centralized user control 12 Conclusion 13 This is a preliminary document and may be changed substantially prior to final commercial release of the software described herein. The information contained in this document represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation on the issues discussed as of the date of publication. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, the information presented herein should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. This white paper is for informational purposes only. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT. Complying with all appl