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From: Paul on 10 May 2010 15:58 James Kosin wrote: > On 5/10/2010 2:42 PM, PA Bear [MS MVP] wrote: >> [Forwarded to microsoft.public.windows.64bit.general newsgroup via >> crosspost] >> >> Tester wrote: >>> Hello there, >>> What would be the advantages/disadvantages of running an operating >>> system XP or Windows 7 on 64 bits, can I still run all my 32 bits >>> programs? >>> Thank you > Almost all should work... with only a few exceptions. For comments on WinXP x64 operating system, read the customer reviews here. By reading this, you may avoid making a mistake. (This is separate from the initial question.) http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductReview.aspx?Item=N82E16832116378 Later 64 bit OSes, may have better end user reviews. http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductReview.aspx?Item=N82E16832116754 If you look around, you may be able to find an "Upgrade Advisor", or compatibility information, to help you in your decision. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/compatibility/windows-7/en-us/default.aspx The "Upgrade Advisor" has these prerequisites. * Supported Operating Systems: Windows 7; Windows Vista; Windows XP Service Pack 2 * .NET Framework 2.0 or higher if running Windows XP Paul |