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    32 Vs 64 Bit VIsta Ultimate

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by mair, Nov 21, 2007.

  1. mair

    mair Notebook Consultant

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    Sorry if this was already posted, but i cant find it, if some one knows any thread about this please sendit to me.

    I have Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bIT installed, but my licence can be used as a 32 or a 64, what would be the difference between this two OS pros and cons

    thanks.
     
    mair, Nov 21, 2007
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  2. notyou

    notyou Notebook Deity

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    OK, the big difference between 32 and 64 bit OSes are the amount of RAM that it can see, ie ~3 vs lots more. Other than that, 64 bit will usually be a little bit faster in most computing cases (but not enough to be really noticeable unless it's something big like compressing a movie). Most noticeably though is the compatibilities with with software but more recently that has gotten better. So, you could always try out the 64-bit version and if there are too many things that don't work you can always go back.
     
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  3. Doodles

    Doodles Starving Student

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    i use 64bit ult. its good, fast.. watever. But honestly, i dont see any HUGE difference between 32 and 64. For now, i would actually say stick with the 32 due to compatibility issues i have with some programs such as adaware. and other random computing programs. change to 64 wen games start to need it or u get 4 gigs of ram...
     
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