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Is Windows xp professional x64 Edition Right for Me? White Paper Charlie Russel
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Is Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Right for Me?
White Paper
Charlie Russel
Microsoft MVP
Author of Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Administrator’s Companion 2nd Edition (Microsoft Press, 2006)
Published: May 2006
For the latest information, please see http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/64bit/default.mspx
Abstract
T his whitepaper outlines the factors that users should consider before adopting Windows XP Professional x64 Edition. The paper starts by defining what 64-bit computing is, how it’s different from 32-bit computing, and its benefits. The paper then details who the key target audience is in the short and longer terms, and finishes with a discussion of the potential roadblocks to adoption.
The information contained in this document represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation on the issues discussed as of the date of publication. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication.
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Contents
Introduction 1
What Is 64-Bit Computing? 2
What does 64-bit mean? 2
What are the benefits? 4
Who Is It Right For? 7
Immediately 7
Soon 7
What Do I Need to Consider? 9
System requirements 9
Applications 9
Devices 12
Evaluation 13
Windows Vista readiness 15
64-bit readiness checklist 15
Conclusion 17
Glossary 18
Memory Terms 18
Processor Terms 19
Related Links 20
Acknowledgements
Greg Amrofell, Microsoft
John Clavin, Microsoft
Serena Ho, Microsoft
Shawn Maloney, Microsoft
Padmanand Warrier, Microsoft
Lisa Pere, Studio B
Elsa Rosenberg, Studio B
David Talbott, Studio B
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