Windows 7 RC 32-bit or 64 bit

[Daryl]

Which version do you think is the best the 32 bit or 64 bit, my graphic card supports both standard ?

What difference is there between the two versions ?

Thank you

[Dr. V]

If you run 2 or 3 GB of ram, took the 32-bit .... if you have 4 GB takes 64 bits, not to mention that you can have concerns for the 64 drivers and programs that are not many 64-bit

[SalVatore]

one, the 64-bit supports more than 3 GB of memory. The other, 32, was against all the drivers and more software.

[Daryl]

It seems that 64 bit is slightly faster than 32 bit, but not all software and drivers are compatible with 64 bit, so I think it is preferable to choose the 32 bit!

[SalVatore]

I will start with the 32. Even when I install the latest 64 in a corner, see what it's worth, but in my opinion, it is not until the early / mid 2010 to be reasonably "comfortable."

I tried both in beta, and the difference in speed did not seem significant, at least on my setup.

[Randall Peterson]

I have just completed preliminary installation of the 64-bit Windows 7 RC Build 7100, running on an EVGA 750i mobo with Pentium D Extreme CPU and 4 GB RAM + RAID 0 on 2 WD 500 GB drives (= 1 931GB drive)

No internet connection yet.

I am pleased with speed and stability displayed thus far. (Only apps installed are Sun OpenOffice and 64-bit iTunes.)

I am waiting to install my Invidia 64-bit graphics drivers for the BFG 260 card until the remaining issues have been resolved. (BTW, I intend to install another 4 GB identical RAM this week.)

Here are my questions:

1. I have installed the SMB and Network drivers recommended EVGA but cannot install the Storage drivers - causes lock-up.

2. I have no USB 2.0 speed on any port, although 1.1 + 2.0 shows enabled in BIOS.

3. I cannot use a Microsoft wireless USB keyboard or mouse (also, I have yet to see the PS/2 ports recognize an older keyboard or mouse)

4. I am "shopping" for recommended antivirus solution for 64-bit Win7. Recommendations?

I'd truly appreciate any insights or advice to finish my troubleshooting.

Thank you all ahead of time and Aloha from Hawaii!

Randall