Two Program Files Folders


  1. new
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    Two Program Files Folders


    Is it normal when installing Win 7 64 bit to have two Program Files Folders, one marked (x86) on 'C' Drive?
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  3. Tews
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    Yes, it is ...
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  4. Kari
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    When you install new software, Windows 7 puts it automatically on Program Files folder if the software you are installing is 64-bit version.

    All 32-bit programs are installed to Program Files (x86) folder.

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    Thanks Guys, I am not sure I can really see the advantage of 64 bit at the moment, perhaps there is some slight speed increase, but not enough for me to notice.
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  7. sup3rsprt
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    Performance can be enhanced sometimes but 64-bit was really designed to allow for more addressing space. That is, more memory (RAM) can be installed and utilized by the system.

    In many cases where not a lot of RAM is needed, 32-bit Windows can still outperform 64-bit.
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  8. TomBrooklyn
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    sup3rsprt said:
    In many cases where not a lot of RAM is needed, 32-bit Windows can still outperform 64-bit.
    Why is that?
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