Originally Posted by
e3NiNe
Is Windows XP or Vista, 64-bit, really needed on a dual or quad core?
Do all programs installed (after the 64 OS) need to have that "64-bit" tag next to it?
no you don't need it and yes for stability you need 64bit software, if you try to run 32-bit software on a 64-bit MSOS you're asking for a lot of hurtin...
I'm running Vista Basic with my Q6600.