Also I'm running an AMD 64 3000+ and was wondering if I'd get more out of it on XP pro or XP pro x64?
2007-02-28 06:16:01 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
If you don't have any 64-bit capable software, then it really doesn't matter that much. If you do have such software, then XP x64 would be highly recommended, if not essential. There is very little 64-bit software out there at this time, though.
In theory, there shouldn't be any problem with just going with XP x64. It should be able to do anything 32-bit XP can do.
2007-02-28 06:20:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
XP is a 32bit OS, but x64 is a special edition made to be optimized with 64 bit processors. you obviously have a 64bit processor, so you would be able to get more out of it using the XP pro x64, but unless you are doing high end business servers and the like, you wouldnt notice a huge difference.
2007-02-28 14:20:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
XP is 32 bit, XP 64 is 64 bit. If you are using a 64 bit processor, then it makes sense to run a 64 bit OS. Make sure their are 64 bit drivers available for your hardware first though!
2007-02-28 14:19:14 · answer #3 · answered by Pfo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have any applications, drivers, etc which are 64bit capable, then I would install XP x64 as an additional operating system. You should still retain your original XP (32bit) version for software which isn't compatible with 64bit.
When you boot your system with both operating systems installed, it will give you the option at startup of which one you wish to use.
I have also heard of add-ons which will enable you to use both systems simultaneously, but I haven't used them yet.
2007-02-28 14:35:36 · answer #4 · answered by Wyoming Rider 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋