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I have never run XP 64 so I have a few questions.

Are all programs compatible with 32 bit XP Compatable win 64 bit XP?

How much of a speed difference is there between running 32 bit and 64 bit windows?

Why do so many people dual boot between 32 bit and 64 bit windows?

Answers to these questions would be greatly appreciated. I would also like to know if there are any thing else I need to consider before going to XP 64.

Thanks

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Are all programs compatible with 32 bit XP Compatable win 64 bit XP?

There are a very few rare exceptions. But there are alternatives anyways that do work.

How much of a speed difference is there between running 32 bit and 64 bit windows?

There is almost no speed difference between the two running 32bit programs. Running 64bit programs/games there is a significant increase.

Why do so many people dual boot between 32 bit and 64 bit windows?

Because they often need 32bit to keep compability with all their various devices.

Answers to these questions would be greatly appreciated. I would also like to know if there are any thing else I need to consider before going to XP 64.

Make sure there is 64bit drivers for everything you are to use on the computer. Like printer, tv card etc. There aren't many 64bit drivers for peripheral devices so that is the main reason why to stick with 32bit.

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