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    Does Winxp Pro support dual core?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by ellandry, Apr 27, 2007.

  1. ellandry

    ellandry Notebook Consultant

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    After a fresh install of XP pro sp2 do I need any patches to make sure that my dual core processor is utilized fully?
     
    ellandry, Apr 27, 2007
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    AndyNJ Notebook Geek

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    it'll run, but it's not really going to take full advantage of both cores.

    not only does the OS need to be optimized for multi-threaded application, but so do the programs that you run.

    in all reality, it's going to still be a while before multi-core processors are fully utilized.

    that being said, it doesn't mean that they're a waste. i find my C2D processor to be quite efficient and very fast still.
     
    AndyNJ, Apr 27, 2007
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    Paul Mom! Hot Pockets! NBR Reviewer

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    While this is true, it doesn't mean that you're wasting a lot of your processor. It just means that you'll get the most of it while multi-tasking or using multi-threaded applications/games.
     
    Paul, Apr 27, 2007
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    Elminst Some Network Guy

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    Elminst, Apr 27, 2007
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    It isn't? I think Microsoft will be very surprised to hear that.
     
    Jalf, Apr 27, 2007
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    Sorry, i typo'ed that. Meant to say most softwares. Although as the thread i linked to points out, XP is not optimized to use multi-cores out of the box. You need to patch it.
     
    Elminst, Apr 27, 2007
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