Chris Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 Microsoft is keen to stir up enthusiasm for Windows Vista, but when it comes to the 64-bit edition of the recently released operating system, the software giant is sending decidedly mixed messages.Vista is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions, with the latter targeted at owners of recent computers with 64-bit processors. However, customers who purchase the retail version of Vista Home Basic, Home Premium or Business don't have the option of buying the 64-bit version directly.Instead, they have to purchase the 32-bit version and then order a replacement CD from Microsoft, for which they are required to pay a postage charge. The charge is described as "minimal" by Microsoft, but comes in at just under AU$15 for Australian users.The online ordering scenario is not straightforward either. To ensure that people don't try order upgrades based on pirate copies, or install the 32-bit OS on one system and the 64-bit OS on another, users have to provide the software product key. Credit card payment is the only option offered.More | Here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackrat Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 If Vista 64 is not better supported for drivers than XP Pro 64 was then IT people are going to have some nightmares. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarecrow Man Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 Linux has excellent support for 64-bit :DTake a hint Microsoft.. *nudge nudge - wink wink* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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