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nezzy

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Hello everyone this is my first post :blink:

I have just bought a new laptop, it has come with vista 32bit.

I was wondering if you could upgrade it to 64bit by changing setting???
Or do you have to buy totally new software???

Thanks :whistling:
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Jacee

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No, you'll have to buy the 64 bit version.
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nezzy

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Oh okay,

Would you say it worth the upgrade? (And how much does it cost?)

Thanks :whistling:
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If you like an increase in speed, decreased compatability and driver issues, as well as many software issues, its awesome! Too expensive for an OS personally. If you want to try a x64 os and don't play games, use linux.
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At this time, there isn't any advantage to going to 64bit. Most applications won't take advantage of it. Your better off staying where your at.

I personally run 64bit with out any issues. However, I chose to do so because I will be supporting it soon enough at work.
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