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64-Bit Windows Releases Now Available

Posted by timothy on from the for-high-end-malware dept.

SimplyJeff writes "Athlon 64 users rejoice! Today at WinHEC 2005 in Seattle, Microsoft announced availability of the 64-bit editions of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. Strangely (and possibly a sign the drivers aren't yet up to snuff), Microsoft will not sell the 64-bit releases in retail outlets. For now, only new PC buys can get Windows x64 Edition as an option. However, those who purchased Windows XP after March 31, 2003, can trade in their copy for the 64-bit version at a cost of $12 and a voided warranty. Although, x64 users will get one free support call to Microsoft." Reader bonch adds a link to CNET's review of the OS.

3 of 594 comments (clear)

  1. Re:Applications? by carpe_noctem · · Score: 1, Redundant

    Just wait until you see the 64-bit spellchecker! It'll blow you away!

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  2. In the meantime ... by bfree · · Score: 0, Redundant

    If you have a suitable machine you can grab kanotix 64 and try out a full 64 bit OS from a cd, and install it if you want to! Unlimited support incidents come from the simple link to the Kanotix irc channel from the desktop or a quick trip to the forum. Donations go by Paypal to "donate the_@_here kanotix.com" so know you know what to do with your $12!

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  3. Re:Slashdot has changed... by syrinx · · Score: 0, Redundant

    My impression is that most of us run Linux or OS X for our desktop/server systems

    My server runs FreeBSD, you insensitive clod!

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