Windows XP or VIsta For New System?

Atrocities · #1 June 5th, 2007, 10:48 PM

Thanks guys.

XP Pro it is. Now which one? XP Pro or XP X64?

Since the system is 64 bit, should I go with the 64 version of XP?

DeadZone · #2 June 6th, 2007, 12:22 AM

I have a 64bit system, but Ive stuck to XP32bit, due to some hardware not having 64bit drivers (last I checked anyway, might need to relook)
But then, IIRC, some software has problems with XP64
So, look into making sure the hardware has 64bit drivers, and the software you use is known to work on XP64

Or maybe, Ive just been out the game for so long Im talking total rubbish

Thy_Reaper · #3 June 6th, 2007, 01:06 AM

The 32 bit version of XP has a lot more support for just about anything, and very few applications have embraced the 64 bit era. I'd suggest sticking with 32 bit.

Also, I see that you have a Core 2 Duo E6320 picked out.

If you do decide to go with the 32 bit XP, I'd suggest getting a Core 2 Duo E6600. From the quick pricing I did, it seems the E6600 is about $80 more, but runs at 2.4GHz compared to 1.8GHz. If you can upgrade to that and don't mind the little extra cost, that's a pretty significant speed increase.