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AMD ATHOLON 64 BIT

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Varunnagwekar Original post #1
May 18, 2005 at 9:03 PM
Hi, guys
can you tell me what are the new softwares that are realeased for the 64 bit processors? And can you guys also tell me that whether buying these new 64 bit processors worth it or not?
thanks.
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mamba #2
May 19, 2005 at 1:37 AM
as long as the 64bit proccies r running ur 32bit appz , u shouldnt have no problem dude . the 64bit part comjes in2 play 1-2 yrs down the line

aint got much info bout 64bit appz , but therez a 64bit windows ( alpha , beta , ????? dunno ) . then many major players r in the process of launching some . even heard of a 64 bit FarCry ( game )
maverickrohan
maverickrohan #3
May 19, 2005 at 1:37 AM
dude.........about new softwares.......

u get 64bit Linux n also WinXP
Longhorn will have a 64 bit edition to...

U do get 64 bit games...i dont know much abt other software

N about the worth it part..........dudehhh.........OH YES IT IS...........n what do mean by worth it.........they anyways cost less than their 32bit counterparts(P$s) ;) ............ so dont worry about the value for money or the performance......... itl blow u away.................