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| Windows 7 RTM 263 posts | 32 Bit/64 Bit... I have always had a 32 Bit computer. Or processor or however it is stated. What is the difference between the two and what are the advantages besides being able to have more than 4 GB of RAM? I have been looking to get a new computer. No I do not do gaming but id still like a nice one including HD capability in the video card, fast cpu, and a decent amount of memory. I dont know which computer manufacturer is the best with a decent price. Id like to get a 64 bit computer because I assume it is much better than the 32 bit variety. Thanks ahead of time from a hardware newby. |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate x64/x86 Windows 7 Pro x64/x86 Windows 7 Home Premium x64/x86 319 posts | Well BucSox..Pretty much all comercial computer manufacturers sux! They cant install any version of windows without seriously screwing it up with buy me ware. And the way they all think their experts at drive partitioning is comical at best. You should hand pick your components and build from the ground up yourself, or have a trusted freind or computer shop build it for you. The difference is shocking. No computer is shipped from Dell, HP, Gateway, Toshiba or Acer is setup right. Sorry. |
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| Windows 7 RTM 263 posts | Thanks for the reply. I was actually considering building my own, but I dont know what is compatible with what. I assume you start with a mother board and go from there. But ive got no clue what board to start with. |
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| Windows 7 Ult x64(x2), HomePrem x32(x4), Server 08 (+VM), 08 R2 (VM) , SuSe 11.2 (VM), XP 32 (VM) 2,959 posts In a ∞ Portal | any current Core 2 Duo (or Quad or i7) can do 64 bit computing.... as for amd and processor since the Athlon 64 can also do it too usually the only problem you should have is the driver issues... i really at this point recommend to get more than 4 gb's of ram as x64 os really takes an advantage of this memory.... our resident x64 expert (x64 xPert and goes by the name DiamondNRG as he calls himself) or any admin/mod/7 pro can help you.... as for the issue of OEM's.... ive had included x64 vista in laptop and it was not bad..... all it need is that a computer has in essence motherboard (that can handled said cpu and x64 drivers) processor (as stated above) |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate x64/x86 Windows 7 Pro x64/x86 Windows 7 Home Premium x64/x86 319 posts | Its going to be a hard road. Start here. Newegg.com - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, Digital Cameras and more! Hope your in USA. |
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| n/a posts | MMMMMMMMMMM Newegg, I want. Yeah man, I will help you if you want. First of all, what is your budget? EDIT: Thanks for the props DA  |
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| Windows 7 RTM 263 posts | Yeah, a lot to learn I guess. Budget is $1500 I have to get going. Work early tomorrow, oh and for who asked, yes im in the US. Thanks to everyone who can help |
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| n/a posts | Intex DX58SO Motherboard ... $259 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813121361 Intel Core i7 920 Processor ... $295 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115202 6GB G.Skill DDR3 Memory ... $145 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231223 That would be one heck of a start at only $699 |
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