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32bit apps on 64bit machines

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  • 23-07-2016 8:54am
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    euser1984
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    Seeing as 32bit apps always seem to work on a 64bit system I just download them incase of compatibility issues. What are the advantages to 64bit versions anyway when there is no chance of the app needing that amount of ram? Thanks.


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    bonzodog2
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    A program using the 64bit instructions and registers can move data twice as fast, irrespective of whether it needs huge amounts of RAM


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    euser1984
    Registered Users Posts: 1,977 ✭✭✭euser1984


    bonzodog2 wrote: »
    A program using the 64bit instructions and registers can move data twice as fast, irrespective of whether it needs huge amounts of RAM
    Interesting, thanks.


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