whats the diff between 32 bit & 64 bit & why is one better than the other? and what about 7 premium vs. 7 starter? this is just for general home use - really don't want 8, so this one has to last!thx!this will j whats the diff between 32 bit & 64 bit & why is one better than the other? and what about 7 premium vs. 7 starter? this is just for general home use - really don't want 8, so this one... » Read More whats the diff between 32 bit & 64 bit & why is one better than the other? and what about 7 premium vs. 7 starter? this is just for general home use - really don't want 8, so this one has to last!thx!this will j « Show Less
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This machine comes with Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit. The terms 32-bit and 64-bit refer to the way a computer's processor (also called a CPU), handles information. The 64-bit version of Windows handles large amounts of random access memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system. (More reference, http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20100414232923AAkiQtS)
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I had 64 bit Windows 7 installed. Since it's a custom build you can tell them what you want.
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It's true that both versions are supposed to be available on the same disc. Supposedly it should ask you on the first screen whether you want to install the 64bit or 32bit version after it checks to see if you have a 64bit processor. Otherwise it just gives the option for 32bit installation.
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I actually found a newer model with the core 2 solo that ships with Windows 7 64-bit installed. Windows 7 is awesome and the system really flys. I still have the stock 2 gigs of ram.
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Hi David,We can put 64 or 32-Bit on for you. Just make sure on checkout the seller is us, RECIRCUIT and then contact us 844-889-1070 or email stating which one you would like. Thank you, Sincerely, Re-Circuit
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The 32 vs 64 bit distinction may be the source of this reported problem. It is very common for users to be confused the difference and thus trying to run 64bit programs on 32 bit machines or vice-versa. I do not have this scanner. I am just speaking based on my many years of troubleshooting other peoples problems with computers, programs, and peripherals.
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If you want to use 2.0 then I would buy one that is 2.0 and save a few dollars. This is faster and I would use 3.0 and get the better speeds, myself.
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Hi, I think it was advertized as 64-bit,but after checking it is 32-bit. It works okay for me,but it is something to watch out for.
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You'll only "waste" 4 gigs of memory. The 32 bit os won't take up any more harddrive space or cpu cycles than the 64 bit. You will probably only notice it if you are running some memory intensive applications or very specific applications. And if you are using those apps, you wouldn't be asking the question. :) What will happen if you do use some program that takes up a lot of working memory is that the os will use the swap file on the hard drive as virtual memory, and then you will notice a bit of a slow down because hard drive access is much, much slower than memory access. For normal Office apps, web browsing, and general computer use, I've noticed no difference between 64 bit and 32 bit windows. The big difference for both of them is going from 2 gigs of ram to 4 gigs on older computers. For most general computer use, 4 gigs is enough to hold the os and apps in memory very little paging. I'm not an intensive gamer, so there may be some games that benefit from the extra memory. But again, if you were a super high end intensive gamer, you wouldn't want to go to the 32 bit version in the first place. :)
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I gifted this laptop to my son so I don't have a great many answers ... however, I am certain that I read '64 bit' on the Toshiba website. Sure, I found the PC at Amazon, but then I went to the manufacturers website to check the nitty-gritties. I don't think I would have purchased a 32 bit ...
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Its both but dont bother unless everything u have is win. 8 certified i had to go back to 7. Theres two discs one 32 and one 64
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Hi,We have Windows 7 Home at 32-Bit, This is also stated in the Title of item. Any questions you can contact us 844-889-1070, Sincerely, Re-Circuit
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Mine came with 64bit, but was advertised that way. It came with the discs for both versions.
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All of our Windows will be 64-bit unless it is being installed on a system with a 32-bit processor.In this case it will be 64-bit.Thank you
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Thank you for the information. Since the 32 gb is only $50 more, it would make more sense to me to go with that one and then I can add whatever music I want, whenever I want and whatever genres I want and have an incredible personal jukebox. But I'll keep in mind what you said and I can always change my mind and drop down to the 16 gb. And no, I don't care about the video. If the 16 gb does not have the video function, that might be the way I would go then. Why don't these places just make music players at a less expensive price for those customers who don't want every electronic function that is available at the higher prices? Thank you for the information. Since the 32 gb is only $50 more, it would make more sense to me to go with that one and then I can add whatever music I want, whenever I want and whatever genres I want and have an incredible personal jukebox. But I'll keep in mind what you said and I can always change my mind and drop down to the 16 gb. And no, I don't care about the video. If the 16 gb does not have the video function, that might be the way I would go then. Why don't these places just make music players at a less expensive price for those customers who don't want every electronic function... » Read More Thank you for the information. Since the 32 gb is only $50 more, it would make more sense to me to go with that one and then I can add whatever music I want, whenever I want and whatever genres I want and have an incredible personal jukebox. But I'll keep in mind what you said and I can always change my mind and drop down to the 16 gb. And no, I don't care about the video. If the 16 gb does not have the video function, that might be the way I would go then. Why don't these places just make music players at a less expensive price for those customers who don't want every electronic function that is available at the higher prices? « Show Less
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The CPU is x64 based processor so I am going to take a wild guess, Yes Windows 8 should be 64bit as well otherwise it will not recognize the entire 4GB anyway but I highly doubt it will be Pro Edition... Most likely Home Edition. --Edit There is no such thing as Home, there is 8/8.1 and 8/8.1 Pro but it is comparable to the home vs pro in previous versions of Windows.
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It works fine with Windows 7, including both Home Premium 32/64 bit and Ultimate 64 bit (those are the systems I have). Think about it....why would Microsoft, of all companies, create a product that is not compatible with their latest operating system?