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32 bit is what most users come across, its typically used with smaller amounts of memory especially in windows since XP maxes out at roughly 3.3gb of system memory this is due to its 32 bit instruction set. A 64 bit application is designed to run on a 64 bit instruction set operating system (OS). This is better since a 64 bit instruction set will process roughly 4 times the instruction set of a 32 bit instruction set a 64 bit OS is faster at computing data. Also the memory architecture does not max out at 4gb the way 32 bit does, it maxes out at 128gb. Most systems cannot handle this and very few need these types of memory bandwidth. 64 bit was originally introduced for a short time as Windows XP 64-bit edition. It was bug ridden and barely saw the light of day and has software compatibility issues with just about everything. Once Vista came out they also standardized the release of a 64bit OS, Thus Home Premium 64 bit and Ultimate 64 bit. Now windows 7 has a similar setup. Typically if your machine is within 2 years old and has 4gb of ram or more it probably came with a 64 bit OS. However it can run 32-bit just fine. So safe bet is to download the 32bit application because you more than likely wont notice any speed improvement with a 64 bit application and it wont run on a 32 bit OS so check your system in windows by going start/(right click)My computer/properties and look for 32-bit or 64bit if it is windows Vista or 7, if its XP its a safe bet you have a 32 bit as you have to purposely install 64 bit XP it did not come standard on any consumer PC that I am aware of.
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How do you make vb in 32 byte run in 64 byte OS?
You mean 32-bit and 64-bit, not 32 byte and 64 byte. A byte is an aggregate of (usually) 8 bits. 32-bit programs will execute in a 64-bit environment without any modification. 64-bit programs can also execute in a 32-bit environment, but this requires emulation through a 64-bit virtual machine.
Is Linux 32 or 64 bit on kindle?
64 or 32 although the 64 will be able to run 32 bit programs.
How do you change from 64 bit to 32 bit on your Vista computer?
There are different versions of Vista as well as 32-bit and 64-bit for each. To switch from 32-bit to 64-bit you would have to make sure that you have 64-bit compatible hardware and would have to purchase a 64-bit version of Vista.
What is the biggest advantages of 64- bit processor over 32- bit processor?
A 32 bit processor has 32 bit wide data bus while a 64 bit has 64 bit wide data bus. Address bus may or may not be 32 bit or 64 bit wide in the respective processors. To fully utilise the 64 bit data bus the programs must be written in such a way that they can use 64 bit wide data bus. A 64 bit processor can also act as 32 bit.
What is a 62 bit processor?
If you mean 64-bit, it's a processor with twice the data calculation capability at twice the speed. Certain software designed for 64-bit operating systems will not function in a 32-bit environment, but 32-bit programs are run in their own space in a 64-bit environment. 64-bit is much more powerful and can support memory greater than 3.72G (which is the 32-bit maximum). Having a 64-bit processor doesn't necessarily mean that you need to run a 64-bit OS, but it does stand to reason since you would have the capability.
What is a service pack 1 64 bit mean?
its the first "generation" i guess of updates combines into a "pack", the 64 bit means its meant for the 64 bit version of windows, not the 32 bit version
Is a Q6600 processor 32 bit or 64 bit?
Q6600 is a 64 bit processor, but it can execute in 16 and 32 bit modes.
What is the different between using 32 bit and 64 Bit Versions software?
32 bit and 64 bit are 2 types of versions of software available. 64 bit software are more secure than 32 bit.
If i have 32 on 64 witch game toinstall?
if i have a 32 bit on a 64 bit prosseser witch game bit do i install
Why is my 64 bit computer running in 32 bit?
64 bit OSes use special set of instructions as well as 64 bit memory space which is in principle is not supported by 32 bit processors.
How do you run a 32-bit browser on a 64-bit operating system?
Most 64-bit operating systems contain a 32-bit translation layer. Installing a 32-bit program is no different than installing a 64-bit one.
What is the difference between a 64-bit operating system and a 32-bit operating system?
In simple terms, 32-bit operating systems can only be able to run on 32-bit CPUs and 32-bit apps, but a 64-bit operating system can be able to run both 32-bit and 64-bit CPUs and apps.
