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    Vista 64bit on Studio 1535

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Starrx05, Jan 21, 2009.

  1. Starrx05

    Starrx05 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I ordered one from their outlet and it didn't mention about Vista being 64bit so I assumed it was 32bit. I'm surprised to find out it has 64bit after checking Properties in My Computer. But I don't know why there are 2 folders "Progam Files" and "Program Files (x86)" Some programs were installed on "Program Files" while others like Dell webcam, video chat are on the x86 folder. And then there are 2 shortcut for 2 IE versions, one just says "Internet Explorer" and the other "Internet Explorer 64bit" in Start menu.

    I forgot how it was last time I use a 64bit Vista system so don't know if this is normal?
     
    Starrx05, Jan 21, 2009
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  2. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    It is normal. Program Files is 64-bit apps, Program Files (x86) is for 32-bit applications
     
    Bog, Jan 21, 2009
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    atbnet Notebook Prophet

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    This is normal, but it really doesn't affect anything, it is just mostly for organizing purposes. When installing a new program Windows will decide which folder to place it in depending on the bit version the software is.
     
    atbnet, Jan 22, 2009
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