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Old 03-10-08   #1 (permalink)
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Default Would I benefit from an upgrade to 64-bit?

Well, the title pretty much explains it. After looking at my system specs, do you think that I would benefit from 64 bit? I only have 2 gigs of RAM, btw.

And, if so, how could I do it? Is there some way to upgrade from 32 to 64 bit? Thanks.
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64-bit is better even if you have 2GB of ram IMHO.

Will you benefit? Most people see 150ish more points in 3dmark06....

I would upgrade.. not sure if microsoft still offers exchanges from 32bit to 64bit.

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You have to reformat - its a whole new operating system

And I dont think you can fully take advantage of 64 bit... only slight improvements in some apps here and there

you should get a better system before buying Vista64
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Well, I'm looking at the upgrade page, and it would only cost me 9.99 for them to send me an upgrade disc for vista home premium 64 bit. So, give me a yes or no. I'm plannig on getting 2 more gigs of RAM today, too. If you answer no, please tell me what I need to upgrade.

Oh, and any notable compatibility problems with 64bit?
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