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32-bit vs. 64-bit systems

I've got an i5 laptop which came with Windows 7 home premium.I wanted to use the professional version and before doing my dual booting with Ubuntu, I've picked up my Windows 7 professional CD and went again and install it. I've realized later that the version I've had was a 32 bits version.

Now I'm wondering what are the implications? will I loose in processing power?speed? or whatever? I planned to start development and I want to find out from you guys before I start installing visual studio and netbeans etc...

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black sensei
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The details are covered in the duplicate comment provided by Thiago.

In short, 64 bit is preferable, if you have the install media for it. You can normally use your 32 bit Windows serial key to install the 64 bit version of the same edition as well.

Spectre
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IT really depends on how much ram you have, what apps you will run ETC.

If you have 3.5 or so RAM or more, 7x86 will not be able to use it all.

Jeff F.
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