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What is the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit system Windows?

13.11.2011 By ekonom-1b blog

Frequently asked questions about 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows.

  • What is the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows?

The terms 32-bit and 64-bit concerning the manner in which computer processor (also called a CPU), handles information.

  • How can you determine if your computer is 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows?

To find out what version of Windows (Windows 7 or Windows Vista) used a computer (32-bit or 64-bit), follow these steps.

  1. Open "System", click StartЗображення кнопки «Пуск», Right-click Computer, and then - Properties.
  2. In the system, you can view information about the type of system.

On a computer that is running Windows XP, follow these steps.

  1. Click Start.
  2. Right-click My Computer and select Properties.
    • If this box is no inscription "x64 Edition", your computer is a 32-bit version of Windows XP.
    • If "x64 Edition" listed under System, you are running a 64-bit version of Windows XP.

  • Which version of Windows 7 to install: 32- or 64-bit?

Для інсталяції 64-розрядної версії Windows 7 необхідно, щоб ЦП підтримував роботу 64-розрядних версій Windows. Переваги використання 64-розрядної версії операційної системи найпомітніші, якщо на комп’ютері встановлено великий обсяг оперативної пам’яті (ОЗП), зазвичай 4 Гб ОЗП або більше. Саме через те що 64-розрядна операційна система може обслуговувати великі обсяги пам’яті ефективніше, ніж 32-розрядна, 64-розрядна система відповідає швидше під час роботи кількох програм одночасно та швидкого переключення між ними. Щоб отримати додаткові відомості, див. Installing and reinstalling Windows 7‍.

  • How to know if your computer can run under 64-bit version of Windows?

To run the 64-bit version of Windows your computer must be equipped with a 64-bit processor.

  1. Open the "Performance Information and Tools" by clicking the StartЗображення кнопки «Пуск» and selecting Control Panel.
  2. Do one of the following.
    • In Windows 7, click View and print detailed performance data and system.
    • In Windows Vista, click View and print details.
  3. Paragraph system type under System displays information about the type of operating system you are using, and point 64-bit information about the possibility of using the 64-bit version of Windows. (If your computer is already running a 64-bit version of Windows, point 64-bit version will be displayed.),uk

To find out if your computer is running Windows XP 64-bit version of Windows, follow these steps.

  1. Click Start.
  2. Right-click My Computer and select Properties.
    • If "x64 Edition" listed under System, this means that the processor supports 64-bit version of Windows.
    • If this box is no inscription "x64 Edition", the processor still can support 64-bit version of Windows. Upgrade Advisor Windows 7.

  • Can I upgrade from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version of Windows 7 or 64-bit version of Windows 7 32-bit version of Windows?

Updates can be performed during the installation of Windows 7, but your files, settings, and programs will be saved only if the currently used 32-bit version of Windows Vista, and updates made to the 32-bit version of Windows 7. Therefore, in the case of 64- bit version of Windows Vista can upgrade only to 64-bit version of Windows 7. for more information, see,uk Upgrading to Windows 7: frequently asked questions Web site Windows.

To access the 32-bit Windows to 64-bit version of Windows 7 or vice versa, you need to back up files and perform a custom installation of Windows 7. Then you need to restore files and reinstall the program. For more information about custom installation, see.,uk Installing and reinstalling Windows 7‍.

Notes.

  • To install the 64-bit version of Windows 7 on a computer running a 32-bit version of Windows, it should be run or downloaded using the installation disc or files 64-bit Windows 7.
  • If you start your computer using the installation disc or files 64-bit version of Windows 7, but the computer does not support 64-bit version of Windows, you'll see a mistake Boot Manager Windows. In this case, you must use the installation CD or files 32-bit version of Windows 7.,uk
  • Windows Easy data can not transfer files with 64-bit Windows to 32-bit. If you use a 64-bit version of Windows Vista, but you plan to install a 32-bit version of Windows 7, you can transfer files to an external storage device or use Backup and Restore in Windows Vista. For additional information, see. articles,uk Backing up files and Restoring a backup created in previous versions of Windows Web site Windows.

  • Can I run 32-bit applications on 64-bit computer?

Most programs designed for 32-bit versions of Windows, and will work on a 64-bit version of Windows.

Драйвери пристроїв, призначені для 32-розрядної версії Windows, не працюють на комп’ютерах із 64-розрядною версією Windows. У разі спроби встановлення принтера або інших пристроїв, для яких існують лише 32-розрядні драйвери, такі пристрої не працюватимуть належним чином у 64-розрядній версії Windows. Щоб дізнатися, як знайти драйвери, див. Driver Update hardware that is not working properly or go to the manufacturer's website device. Driver Details are also available on the website Upgrade Advisor Windows 7.

  • Can I run 64-bit applications on 32-bit computer?

If the program is specifically designed for the 64-bit version of Windows, it will not work on 32-bit versions of Windows.

Device drivers designed for the 64-bit version of Windows, do not work on computers with 32-bit version of Windows. Driver Update hardware that is not working properly or visit the website of the manufacturer of the device. Driver Details are also available on the website Upgrade Advisor Windows 7.

  • How to find programs and devices that work with 64-bit version of Windows 7?

Щоб знайти програми та пристрої, які працюють із Windows 7, шукайте продукти з логотипом “Сумісно з Windows 7”. Такі продукти перевірялися на сумісність як із 32-розрядною, так і з 64-розрядною версією Windows 7.

You can also visit Windows 7 Compatibility Center and check whether a compatible device or software on 64-bit Windows 7. Manufacturers software and hardware continue to update this information, so watch it from time to time.

  • If you use a 64-bit version of Windows, or with the drivers for the devices also have 64-bit?

Yes.

To learn how to find drivers, see. Driver Update hardware that is not working properly or visit the website of the manufacturer of the device. Driver Details are also available on the website Upgrade Advisor Windows 7.

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