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Will x86 and x64 on same network cause any issues?
I was hoping that some of the better (than my) minds here could weigh in on something for me.
I'm revamping my folks' computer systems. I purchased three computers for them:
1) Desktop PC: Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 (2.93GHz); 4GB RAM
2) Home Theater PC: Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 (2.93GHz); 2GB RAM
3) Laptop PC: Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 (1.8GHz); 2GB RAM
Should I install Windows 7 x64 on the Desktop PC and x86 on the HTPC and Laptop? Or should I go with x86 on all the machines for consistency? My parents probably will not be expanding these systems ever. They will use the desktop pc for single purpose programs (i.e., burning CDs and DVDs, light Photoshop, etc); the HTPC for blurays, and watching 720p videos; and laptop for email and browsing.
That said, should I just go with x86 on all machines for ease? Is there any particular reason I should go with x64 on the Desktop?
(I might throw 4GB into the HTPC. If I do, and I have two machines with 4GB, should I go with x64 on those two, and x86 on the laptop? Will that cause any issues?)
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.