Re: [PCWorks] Pros & cons of 64 bit
- From: Peter Kaulback <peter@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: pcworks@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2008 18:14:05 -0500
Virginia, if you really want to dive into 64bit then I would advise you
to await the 64 bit Windows 7. Windows 7 is slated to be available
around the end of 2009 or the beginning of 2010.
As it is right now most laptops/desktops which are multi core do support
a 64 bit OS, so a future upgrade is available.
If you are looking for a motherboard for 64 bit try to get one that
supports more than 4 gb of ram, 32 bit supports up to about 4 gb while
64 bit supports much more. Pay attention specifically to whether the cpu
you choose can support 64 bit.
Many software apps still are 32 bit but there is the odd one available
that is 64 bit, there is a good list here for all 64 bit OS's
http://www.start64.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=0&Itemid=55
or http://tinyurl.com/f6gs6
Peter Kaulback
Virginia Da Costa wrote:
> I am planning to buy a new custom-built computer, being fed up with the
> slowness of my ancient laptop and using other people's cast-off desktops.
> Question is, whether to change to 64 bit hardware and Vista 64 bit? Windows
> Secrets article dated 25/09/08 said "Don't go from XP to Vista unless you go
> 64 bit" I have been very satisfied with XP in general and don't really want
> to change, but it seems a pity to buy a new machine and use an OS which is
> soon going to run out of support (although extended support is due to
> continue for a while). On the other hand, should I wait for Windows 7 - but
> that might mean waiting a long time and I need a new computer quickly!
>
> What are the implications of moving to 64 bit? What about existing drivers
> and software? Will all that have to change? What kind of motherboard
> supports 64 bit? I know there are definitely fewer memory limitations, but
> what about all the everyday apps and such things.
>
> I look forward to your expert feedback before making a decision. Thanks
> Virginia
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