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    XP PRO x64 or x32

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Hambone, Jul 12, 2007.

  1. Hambone

    Hambone Notebook Consultant

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    what will i get if i use 64 bit OS? can my computer run 64 bit? its a C2D E6600 2.4 GHz.
     
    Hambone, Jul 12, 2007
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    LiveDesign Notebook Evangelist

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    Well all C2D support x64 so, YES, your E6600 is 64 bit.

    64 but is more secure and is technically faster and more efficient. The problem is hardware and software incompatibility, some stuff will just not work on x64. Why are you thinking of going for 64 bit?
     
    LiveDesign, Jul 13, 2007
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