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Re: Computer help
32-bit Vista can use 3GB -- I'm not sure, but I think Microsoft reserves the last gigabyte of 32-bit address space for the operating system. 2^32 == 4GB. You can load as much more memory as you want, but a 32-bit operating system can only address 4GB. The motherboard will be fine with more, but the operating system is… -
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I use Vista 32-bit (Ultimate) at home (desktop that I built) and Vista 64-bit (Ultimate) at work (HP notebook). My Samsung ML-2510 (Monochrome laser) and my Epson R200 work on both machines/OSs. Also, I'd point out that *I THINK* 32 bit Vista has been upgraded to address more RAM. I'm on the 32-bit machine at home right… -
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HDD storage is a problem that only you (or a consultant with information on your intended usage) can solve for you. As for 32-bit drivers on a 64-bit O/S .... I'm pretty sure that NO 32-bit driver will work (or even install, if packaged correctly) on a 64-bit O/S. So, before you jump on the 64-bit bandwagon, be sure there… -
Computer help
I am in the process of looking for a new computer. My questions relate to Window machines only. A Mac would be nice, but way over my budget. I am looking at building a 64 bit machine with 8 gigs of RAM. In order to access more than the (3, or 4 gigs a 32 bit OS can access, seems to some controversy about weather it's 3, or… -
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Hard drive is easy. Look at how much space you use now, and get at least 4x the hard drive space Seriously, though... you don't want to let a HD get > 80% full. Performance degrades markedly after that, and with storage being so cheap now (1 TB drives for < $200) it's easy. Re: 3 GB/4GB... the limit on 32 bit windows is 3… -
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Hard drives are fairly easy. Make sure your mobo supports SATA II (or 3.0Gb/s) drives. Then get one smaller, fast drive to use as your OS drive; nothing but OS and applications will go here. Then load up the case with as much space it can hold & you can afford for your data--remember there is no such thing as too much…
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