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I am torn between 2 options
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2272896&sku=A458-1116%20Q
That kit has a 32bit 3.06GHz processor which is better than my 2.50 GHz

Or this kit:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=2273650&sku=M450-2400%20A
which has a 64bit 2.00GHz processor

Right now I am running XP, but I will probably end up getting Vista, so in the long run I am sure it would be better getting the 64bit one.

Few questions, how much slower would the 64bit one be comparded to my current machine, I really don't do anything other than internet, webdev and word processing.

Are there any appliactions that don't run on 64bit yet, such has Office etc..?

Thanks

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depending on your current machine the 64-bit could be faster. ghz is not an accurate measure of speed for amd processors because they can actually compete with intel systems with much higher ghz.

personally i would go for the 64bit cos its looks much better for future upgrades and has a better processor for games.

up to u mate, depends on how you'd use it

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yep, I went ahead and bought the 64bit one :D

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