WinXP 64

Post by **GORDON** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 12:37 pm

What do we know about it?

I know it is compiled for 64 bit processor architecture, and that no 32-bit compiled virii can run on it.

But what else is there? Can it still run 32-bit programs I want, like games and such?

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Malcolm · Post by **Malcolm** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 1:28 pm

From what I hear, it should be able to. & given MacroShaft's history of supporting shit from decades ago, I'd almost say it w\ confidence.

Post by **TPRJones** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 2:03 pm

It'll probably have a 32-bit boot mode for that stuff. 'Course then it would also run the virii in that mode, too.

Post by **TheCatt** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 2:25 pm

It can run 32bit programs, no specialness needed. You just need a 64bit processor, which I guess you just got, eh?

FAQ

Post by **GORDON** » Sun Mar 19, 2006 2:01 am

This looks dicey:

Windows XP Professional x64 Edition requires that all system drivers be rewritten as 64-bit drivers, 32-bit drivers will not work. The hardware manufacturers are the ones who need to write new drivers, and they're working on it, but it's a resource issue. Writing and certifying a driver takes time and lots and lots of testing. Resources are always constrained, so the manufacturer needs to make a business decision about which hardware has priority for new drivers. This generally means that the focus is on the newest equipment, and older drivers may take a while, or never be done.

Post by **TheCatt** » Sun Mar 19, 2006 8:15 am

Yeah, it does.