windows XP 64 bit

[walshy]

Just built my mum a new pc with a 64 bit AMD chip. I was thinking of getting xp64bit edition.
Just been having a look about and it seems that all the drivers for her printer, broadband etc (which are 32 bit) won't work
I need to go and set it up at the weekend for her, so..........
Will the 32 bit drivers work with xp64?? or should I just install normal windows xp??
If i put the normal xp on will the 64bit chip still perform to it's full potential?
Here's hoping one of you guys can help me out.
Cheers

 

[johns_ar]

install the normal version of xp cos fuck all will work mate

 

[turpieaj]

What use do you think yer mum would get out of 64 bit processing - Its like using a sledge hammer to crack open a peanut lol.

64 bit is a waste of time - even m$ updates require a 32bit internet explorer page to work so what kind of advertisement is that for the OS lol.

Hold fire for vista

Andy

 

[acestu]

Biz

Unless you have 64 bit applications m8 the processor will perform at the same speed as a 32 bit so absolutely worthless, it's a long way off yet m8...

cheers
acestu as ever !!