Which windows xp operating system is system is a 64-bit Os?

Answer 1

There are many advantages to using the Windows XP x 64 operating system for the professional computer user. The first and perhaps most exciting benefit is the speed of processing. Under 32-bit operating systems it could take hours for a three dimensional object to open in a computer assisted design program. Once open, the image could become impossible to manipulate. Under Windows XP x64 a new architecture and i/o efficiency means these same images can be modified without delay. This is also a boon to application developers since the operating system is capable of taking advantage of up to 128 gigabytes of physical memory, unable to be tapped by older systems.

Security is an issue in today’s computing world and this operating system improves ones protection from many worms and viruses. For example, buffer overflow can occur when an expected filename has too many characters, leading to overwrite of adjacent information. Malicious software can take advantage of this process and damage ones’ files. x 64 processes such information differently, adding a level of protection beyond malware software applications.

While 64 bit processing is the wave of the future, not all hardware and software is yet compatible with it. If one chooses to be an early adopter, one must be aware of some limitations. Some 32 bit applications will be compatible through Windows on Windows 64 which comes bundled with the operating system, not all third party software and hardware will still work. If 32 bit XP is already installed on a computer with a 64 bit processor, one will have to do a clean re-install of the new operating system and run the risk of losing some preference settings. Be sure to back up the previous system in case there is any unforeseen conflict.

Finally, Windows XP x64 is designed to take advantage of the most popular and reliable operating system Microsoft has published. Many professional users choose to stay with XP as other systems have been introduced and it seems to be a nod to them that XP is still supported and programmed for. Loyal XP users will find x 64 a logical and powerful extension of an old favorite.

Answer 2

There are actually two 64-bit editions of Windows XP. One is the short-lived "64-Bit Edition", designed for Itanium processors. The other is Windows XP Professional x64 Edition.

Answer 3

Windows Professional x64 Edition

Answer 4

Windows XP 64 Bit Edition