[Knitebane]

I still see 64 bits as not ready ‘yet’ for prime time, and for most people, probably not needed either.

The reality is that the only reason you need 64-bits is if you actually need more than 4GB of RAM.

32-bit computing can address up to 4GB. Anything more than that requires some kernel tricks or a move to 64-bit.

64-bit uses more memory than 32-bit. The trade off is that you can stuff a lot more memory in a 64-bit machine and use it.

So, bottom line, if you don't have an application requirement for more than 4GB of RAM, you don't need a 64-bit OS.

[Tarpon]

Yep, that’s my conclusion as well. I was hoping for some 64 bit speed up, but nope. If software folks don’t get this squared away, they could queer the market for 64 bit.

I was trying to explore the security implications of VMs used as banking, stocks and other online stuff that is secure. I just started oput with a couple of GB, so I will order up 4 more.

That’s what testing is for.

You using Windows 7 beta?