Windows XP 64bit....pros and cons? - GoFuckYourself.com

Jace · 03-27-2008, 03:58 PM

anyone using it? I have a 64bit processor and was thinking of upgrading this weekend

GatorB · 03-27-2008, 04:01 PM

Do you have any programs that can actually take advanatage of the 64 bit processor. I still don't know of many. If not I personally don't see the need to upgrade.

GrouchyAdmin · 03-27-2008, 04:02 PM

Pros: no issues with 3-4GB+ RAM. Cons: A lot of 32bit specific stuff won't work right. Many video codecs, hardware drivers, and some software just shits the bed under XP 64.

Unless you really need more RAM support; there's no reason for it; it won't make things faster, and DEP is a hack anyhow.

Jace · 03-27-2008, 04:05 PM

hmm...maybe I won't then, haha

aico · 03-27-2008, 04:20 PM

Con: Microcrap is going to stop support for XP.

just a punk · 03-27-2008, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Jace

anyone using it? I have a 64bit processor and was thinking of upgrading this weekend

I'm using it. Works perfect for me.

just a punk · 03-27-2008, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by aico

Con: Microcrap is going to stop support for XP.

.....in 2014

stickyfingerz · 03-27-2008, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by aico

Con: Microcrap is going to stop support for XP.

Hmm Ive never ever ever ever ever called microsoft for tech support.... Do you call mac a lot?

rowan · 03-27-2008, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by stickyfingerz

Hmm Ive never ever ever ever ever called microsoft for tech support.... Do you call mac a lot?

So you've never installed anything offered by Microsoft's automatic updates...?

tony286 · 03-27-2008, 04:35 PM

on a vegas board I post on, ive heard pros and cons. It didnt seem like it made a big difference. Sony is coming out with a 64 bit vegas but its for vista 64 bit wont work with xp they said.

aico · 03-27-2008, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by stickyfingerz

Hmm Ive never ever ever ever ever called microsoft for tech support.... Do you call mac a lot?

I never stole from my business partner, I've never fucked a tranny hooker in Costa Rica, I've never cheated on my wife, I've never used content I didn't pay for and had to shut my site down, I've never had a wife leave me...

And calling tech support is not the same as no longer supporting software you fucking idiot.

Jace · 03-27-2008, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by stickyfingerz

Hmm Ive never ever ever ever ever called microsoft for tech support.... Do you call mac a lot?

have to agree with you there, even when I had major issues I just figured it out or formatted

tiger · 03-27-2008, 06:13 PM

Unless you are running 64bit apps no point to switching really.

tony286 · 03-27-2008, 06:17 PM

Actually once apon a time, microsoft had wonderful paid tech support. You would pay $35 and talk to an engineer on the piece of software you needed help on. Saved a shit load of time but the last time I called about 4 yrs ago. It was some guy in turkey who spoke in broken english and knew nothing. last time I used it.

Catalyst · 03-27-2008, 10:01 PM

I use it.. because of the amount of ram I have.. and it is nice and fast.. but there is no drivers for it.. fuck.. Itunes is not even supported for XP 64

eMonk · 03-28-2008, 02:08 AM

im still waiting for service pack 2 for my amd 64-bit processor

stickyfingerz · 03-28-2008, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by aico

I never stole from my business partner, I've never fucked a tranny hooker in Costa Rica, I've never cheated on my wife, I've never used content I didn't pay for and had to shut my site down, I've never had a wife leave me...

And calling tech support is not the same as no longer supporting software you fucking idiot.

Hmm neither have I. Btw 2014. 6 years from now if you are still using xp.

http://help.lockergnome.com/general/...pict53591.html

2014. Is this seriously what you use to rip on microsoft? What is macs market share again?

http://www.macobserver.com/article/2...asc &start=50

2.5% in 2005 in that article.

Now.... Ok so lets look at this. Mac is SOOO fucking great right? I seem to recall they were selling apple computers BEFORE Microsoft was shit right? Just explain to me PLEASEEEEEE why after ALL THESE YEARS is their market share of the computer market less than 3%? Let me guess it was a HUGE conspiracy right?

And btw it takes a special kind of asshole to take bullshit personal potshots at me and my family due to a disagreement over a fucking computer. I hope karma creeps up and nails your ass just like its going to your buddies.

CunningStunt · 03-28-2008, 02:32 AM

I wouldn't bother. For at least 3 years anyways.

aico · 03-28-2008, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by stickyfingerz

Hmm neither have I. Btw 2014. 6 years from now if you are still using xp.

http://help.lockergnome.com/general/...pict53591.html

2014. Is this seriously what you use to rip on microsoft? What is macs market share again?

http://www.macobserver.com/article/2...asc &start=50

2.5% in 2005 in that article.

Now.... Ok so lets look at this. Mac is SOOO fucking great right? I seem to recall they were selling apple computers BEFORE Microsoft was shit right? Just explain to me PLEASEEEEEE why after ALL THESE YEARS is their market share of the computer market less than 3%? Let me guess it was a HUGE conspiracy right?

And btw it takes a special kind of asshole to take bullshit personal potshots at me and my family due to a disagreement over a fucking computer. I hope karma creeps up and nails your ass just like its going to your buddies.

You're insane. He asked what a con was, I provided one, sorry I am no in the "loop" to know the exact date, I just happen to read in the news that day that they were no longer going to support XP and therefore force people into Vista. No where did I mention anything about a Mac being better or have any sort of computer disagreement with anyone. You have serious insecurities about people who use Macs. I didn't take any potshots at you, I was just simply stating things I have never done.

GrouchyAdmin · 03-28-2008, 12:17 PM

Jesus Christ will you two take your god damn sissy slap fight to slashdot already?

aico · 03-28-2008, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by GrouchyAdmin

Jesus Christ will you two take your god damn sissy slap fight to slashdot already?

How about you mind your own fucking business? sound good?

GrouchyAdmin · 03-28-2008, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by aico

How about you mind your own fucking business? sound good?

I see, now.

You're just an arrogant Mac user without any real reason, but you're dumb enough to buy the salesmanship that promotes it as 'Different.' You've got Steve's cock so far up your ass it's coming out your nose, and that is the only reason for your mediocre existence; so you can prove your worth by fighting with some dude on a PC in fucking Nashville.

Keep reaching for that rainbow, you fucking retard.

aico · 03-28-2008, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by GrouchyAdmin

I see, now.

You're just an arrogant Mac user without any real reason, but you're dumb enough to buy the salesmanship that promotes it as 'Different.' You've got Steve's cock so far up your ass it's coming out your nose, and that is the only reason for your mediocre existence; so you can prove your worth by fighting with some dude on a PC in fucking Nashville.

Keep reaching for that rainbow, you fucking retard.

Guess it was too hard for you, I'll try to keep it simple for you next time, sorry. I'd speak slower next time, but this is text.

GrouchyAdmin · 03-28-2008, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by aico

Guess it was too hard for you, I'll try to keep it simple for you next time, sorry. I'd speak slower next time, but this is text.

Hey, stupid. Here's a simple synopsis for you: You're on the internet, and losing a fight to StickyFingerz. Kill yourself.

aico · 03-28-2008, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by GrouchyAdmin

Hey, stupid. Here's a simple synopsis for you: You're on the internet, and losing a fight to StickyFingerz. Kill yourself.

Says the guy who is losing a fight on the internet to me.

Is there some way I can contact you? This way, when I finally give a shit what you think, I can let you know.

rickdu · 03-28-2008, 12:41 PM

a lot of programs like real raphsody don't work, and others you have to right-click and "run as administrator" to get them to work.. wireless network adapters also crash quite often.

lazycash · 03-28-2008, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by aico

I never stole from my business partner, I've never fucked a tranny hooker in Costa Rica, I've never cheated on my wife, I've never used content I didn't pay for and had to shut my site down, I've never had a wife leave me...

And calling tech support is not the same as no longer supporting software you fucking idiot.

Sticky fucked a tranny and his wife left him? Please point me to that thread.

u-Bob · 03-28-2008, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by GrouchyAdmin

Cons: A lot of 32bit specific stuff won't work right. Many video codecs, hardware drivers, and some software just shits the bed under XP 64.

Incorrect. been running XP Pro X64 for about a year on my main desktop. Haven't encountered 1 single program or codec that didn't work.

just a punk · 03-28-2008, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by u-Bob

Incorrect. been running XP Pro X64 for about a year on my main desktop. Haven't encountered 1 single program or codec that didn't work.

The same thing here. No prob with drivers/codecs for XP 64bit.

munki · 03-29-2008, 10:31 PM

Pros - I'm running 64 on my lappie and main render whore now...

Definite improvements in mem handling without having to use bcdedit options.

All my 32 bits, codecs, whatever the fuck else work just fine... (if your's dont... i don't know, your retarded?)

Cons - Sitting through another format and sys install always sucks...

Iron Fist · 03-29-2008, 10:40 PM

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03-27-2008, 03:58 PM	#1
Jace FBOP Class Of 2013 Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: bumfuck, ky Posts: 35,562	Windows XP 64bit....pros and cons? anyone using it? I have a 64bit processor and was thinking of upgrading this weekend

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GrouchyAdmin Now choke yourself! Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 12,085	Pros: no issues with 3-4GB+ RAM. Cons: A lot of 32bit specific stuff won't work right. Many video codecs, hardware drivers, and some software just shits the bed under XP 64. Unless you really need more RAM support; there's no reason for it; it won't make things faster, and DEP is a hack anyhow. __________________ AIM: GrouchyGfy

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03-29-2008, 10:31 PM	#30
munki Do Fun Shit. Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: OC Posts: 13,393	Pros - I'm running 64 on my lappie and main render whore now... Definite improvements in mem handling without having to use bcdedit options. All my 32 bits, codecs, whatever the fuck else work just fine... (if your's dont... i don't know, your retarded?) Cons - Sitting through another format and sys install always sucks... __________________ “I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.” -Oscar Wilde

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GatorB The Demon & 12clicks Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: SallyRand is a FAGGOT Posts: 18,208	Do you have any programs that can actually take advanatage of the 64 bit processor. I still don't know of many. If not I personally don't see the need to upgrade.

03-27-2008, 04:05 PM	#4
Jace FBOP Class Of 2013 Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: bumfuck, ky Posts: 35,562	hmm...maybe I won't then, haha

03-27-2008, 04:20 PM	#5
aico Moo Moo Cow Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Washington State Posts: 14,748	Con: Microcrap is going to stop support for XP.

03-27-2008, 04:35 PM	#10
tony286 lurker Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: atlanta Posts: 57,021	on a vegas board I post on, ive heard pros and cons. It didnt seem like it made a big difference. Sony is coming out with a 64 bit vegas but its for vista 64 bit wont work with xp they said.

03-27-2008, 06:17 PM	#14
tony286 lurker Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: atlanta Posts: 57,021	Actually once apon a time, microsoft had wonderful paid tech support. You would pay $35 and talk to an engineer on the piece of software you needed help on. Saved a shit load of time but the last time I called about 4 yrs ago. It was some guy in turkey who spoke in broken english and knew nothing. last time I used it.

03-27-2008, 10:01 PM	#15
Catalyst Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Vegas Posts: 3,243	I use it.. because of the amount of ram I have.. and it is nice and fast.. but there is no drivers for it.. fuck.. Itunes is not even supported for XP 64

03-28-2008, 02:08 AM	#16
eMonk Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Canada Posts: 2,310	im still waiting for service pack 2 for my amd 64-bit processor

03-28-2008, 02:32 AM	#18
CunningStunt Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 5,594	I wouldn't bother. For at least 3 years anyways.

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rickdu Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 239	a lot of programs like real raphsody don't work, and others you have to right-click and "run as administrator" to get them to work.. wireless network adapters also crash quite often.

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Iron Fist Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 23,400	This thread delivers. __________________ i like waffles