Windows x64 Apps

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Just one quick question ... is there a lot of compatability problems when using x64 as compared to 32-bit? I have recently bought a 4400+ AMD X2 and wanted to be sure that everything works fine ... like World of Warcraft, Steam, Civ4, OpenOffice, and many other open source apps that I use.
 
Most apps will work without a problem, thanks to the WOW64 subsystem. However, anything that installs a driver (like antivirus and defrag tools), or a shell extension (like Windows Desktop Search) won't work unless it's specifically built for x64.
 
Yes, I'm going to try x64 and contribute until I have to pull my hair out. Will check back in a few days when I get my parts. 3 day ground blows, but it's better than an extra 150 with the regular FedEx option at NewEgg.
 
After thinking it over, it seems whether I use x64 or not depends on one thing ... will my Belkin USB wireless adapter have drivers? I don't feel like running cat5 to my desktop ... err ... I won't. :(
 
vern said:
After thinking it over, it seems whether I use x64 or not depends on one thing ... will my Belkin USB wireless adapter have drivers? I don't feel like running cat5 to my desktop ... err ... I won't. :(
What's the model number?
 

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