Physical Address Extensions adds fancy 8 bits to memory addresses, giving them a total of 40 bitsIt's a hardware limitation though?
It's a hardware limitation though?
I'm pretty sure x86 has this restriction for more than just mere licencing issues. Plus, i'm not to sure if this kernel patch is all that stable...
Why not just get the 64-bit?
Why not just get the 64-bit?
I agree, but the counterargument is that not all programs/drivers are compatible with 64-bit. The author also argues that Microsoft is forcing you to buy a 64-bit licence or something, which I don't think is true, seeing as my Vista box came with a slip speaking about how to trade in the 32-bit disc for a 64-bit disc.
I'd say: win at post #2 of this thread.It's a hardware limitation though?
I agree, but the counterargument is that not all programs/drivers are compatible with 64-bit. The author also argues that Microsoft is forcing you to buy a 64-bit licence or something, which I don't think is true, seeing as my Vista box came with a slip speaking about how to trade in the 32-bit disc for a 64-bit disc.
It's weird how an OS can limit your hardware capabilities ..
Nonetheless, there isn't much of a difference on the spending aspect of 32-bit vs 64-bit. There may be some 64-bit limitations, but with today's technology and the sleep-deprived developers out there, there are, and always will be workarounds to limitations.