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Slick · 11-19-2008, 01:09 AM

Hello, I'm in the process of compiling a list of parts for my new computer, but I'm torn between Vista 32-bit and 64-bit. Usually I build a top of the line system that I don't have to upgrade for a while, which means I'd like to put at LEAST 6-gigs of ram, HOWEVER, Vista 32-bit only works with up to 4-gigs, so it'd be a waste to put in the rest. I guess I could just leave it in there and wait for the next OS to come around.

I know, I know, some people might say to just buy 4 gigs now, then add more later. The reason I'd want it now is so all of the ram would be totally identical.

There is however Vista 64-bit, but they say there's some compatability issues with some older programs. I myself don't really use any older programs, I mainly will use it for gaming and then my webmaster tools like Photoship, WS_FTP Pro, Stats Remote, etc...

I'm leaning towards the 64-bit, but I'd just hate to get it and have it not want to do what I need it to. Any feedback/experience on this ??

11-19-2008, 01:09 AM
Slick Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Houghton, MI Posts: 7,338	Building a new system Vista 32-bit VS 64-bit Hello, I'm in the process of compiling a list of parts for my new computer, but I'm torn between Vista 32-bit and 64-bit. Usually I build a top of the line system that I don't have to upgrade for a while, which means I'd like to put at LEAST 6-gigs of ram, HOWEVER, Vista 32-bit only works with up to 4-gigs, so it'd be a waste to put in the rest. I guess I could just leave it in there and wait for the next OS to come around. I know, I know, some people might say to just buy 4 gigs now, then add more later. The reason I'd want it now is so all of the ram would be totally identical. There is however Vista 64-bit, but they say there's some compatability issues with some older programs. I myself don't really use any older programs, I mainly will use it for gaming and then my webmaster tools like Photoship, WS_FTP Pro, Stats Remote, etc... I'm leaning towards the 64-bit, but I'd just hate to get it and have it not want to do what I need it to. Any feedback/experience on this ?? Last edited by Slick; 11-19-2008 at 01:12 AM..