Hi
First, thanks to Neil and Jeph for hardware advice in my search for a
64-bit machine.
I have almost reached a decision but am still a bit stuck re: OS; I have
been a user of Windows for many years; however, I have heard (actually
mostly found on the web) enough anecdotes about 64-bit Windows (either
XP or Vista) that I am looking for information from people who have
actually used one or both; the main issues appear to be:
1. stability (e.g., crashes)
2. speed (not sure what this means but have read the 64-bit Vista, in
particular, is "slow"
3. software, esp. 32-bit software; I have heard both of the following:
3.a. much 32-bit software will not run on 64-bit Windows
3.b. when the 32-bit software does run, I have heard of problems,
including crashes and even apparently ridiculous effects (e.g., read
where one person's registry expanded to 23 MB because everytime he ran
32-bit software (maybe one particular program) it added lines to the
registry
Any other issues/concerns?
Advice or info from anyone with actual experience greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Rich
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