32 bits/64bits?

shaxhome (Frog Rock, Australia 9b)

14 years ago

I've been reading messages on this forum about 32/64bits...don't know what it all means.

My Vista Home Premium has 32 bits. Do I need/want 64 bits?

If so, is it a simple download?

Appreciate any well-considered advice!

Regards,

Shax

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zep516
14 years ago
You don't really need it. You can't download it. A 64bit operating is faster it handles more bits at a time...

If you wanted 64 bit you would have to buy a new operating system (64Bit) and have a machine / computer capable of running it.
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justme4now
14 years ago
You have to have a 64Bit processor to run 64Bit.

As far as I know, the main difference between the two is usable memory.

32Bit is a maximum 4 gigs of Ram whereas 64Bit can be up to (and from what I have read) beyond 128 gigs.

4 gigs is usually plenty for most folks.

This vista pc came with the option to run 32 or 64Bit.
That is because a 64Bit CPU (this one) can run a 32Bit or 64Bit system.

A 32Bit CPU (processor) can't run the 64bit system though.

Any of this make sense? LOL
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zep516
14 years ago
See link for additional information

Here is a link that might be useful: frequently-asked-questions
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shaxhome (Frog Rock, Australia 9b)
Original Author
14 years ago
Thank you both...I reckon that if it ain't broken, I'll stay with what I've got!

Regards,
Shax
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Chemocurl zn5b/6a Indiana
14 years ago
I'm glad you asked. I was 'thinking' of asking the exact same question when I saw yours.
Thanks to those who responded. I'm still learning from both asking questions and lurking.

Sue
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