2006-12-18 13:03:04 · 3 answers · asked by denis_sy 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Here's the difference between versions:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/editions/default.mspx
You would want the Premium or Ultimate version.
2006-12-18 13:34:06 · answer #1 · answered by Ted B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
64 bit architecture supports up to 8 gb of Memory (RAM) thats doesnt mean that since you buy a 64 bit computer you can have 8gb, its just supported up to that much. most 32bit desktops support 2-4gb while laptops only 1-2gb. future applications will start seeing more and more 64 bit processors. but by the time that happens your current computer will be outdated.
Pentium D i do believe means Dual Core which means 2 processers. Its kind of the same as the cheaper version of hyperthreading (not hyper transport). hyperthreading is one processor split into 2 halves so if you have a 3ghz computer hyperthreading will make it 2 1.5ghz. with dual core, you have 2 3ghz processors. so depending on the application you'll note a slight increase in processing speed. Note that just because a processor has a higher frequency (ghz) doesnt make it faster.
Computers of the near future will have quad core (4 processors) with hyperthreading (8 total processors) 4 physical + 4 Virtual
Im pretty sure i answered your question...and more....
2006-12-18 21:41:37 · answer #2 · answered by jlp.media 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not sure, but do know that right now, there is much more software for 32 bit then 64.
2006-12-18 21:10:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋