hi

just wondered- the main difference between 32 and 64 bit is just the performance yes? the more bits the better processing and faster?
that simple..?

just a general bit question rather than a specific question.

ta

that simple..?

In theory, yes. In practice, no.

In theory, think of a 32 lane highway versus a 64 lane highway. The 64 lane highway should be be able to carry twice as many cars.

In the computer world, data moves in chunks along buses. A 32-bit bus carries 32-bit chunks of data while a 64-bit bus carries 64-bit chunks of data.

The problem is in order to take advantage of that greater capacity, EVERYTHING along the way must support 64-bits - otherwise, you have a bottleneck and everything slows down.

So, in computers, in order to see any advantage of 64-bit technology, ALL of the hardware, drivers, and software MUST support 64-bit technology - and it doesn't! The fact remains that most software only supports 32-bit because it costs a lot more money to write in both technologies. And because 64-bit hardware can run 32-bit programs, there is little incentive to code in 64-bit.

So, if you are considering going 64-bit, most CPUs already support it. Most motherboards do too. Add-in devices (such as graphics cards) may be an issue. You can get 64-bit Windows, but the chances your favorite programs are written in 64-bit are slim. And the chances you will see any significant performance gains are even slimmer. The exception to that is IF you use a specialize program - typically engineering or the like - that support 64-bit. I will note that some game makers are starting to release 64-bit versions of their games - so if you are a serious games, with money to burn, then 64-bit may be the way to go for you.

thanks for the explanation

Thanks mate. That has answered a question, i was thinking. No worried, about myself.

You are welcome.