32 vs 64 bits... what's the big deal?

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Why is it considered to be such a big deal to have a 64-bit computer? Why does it "change everything?" Why do applications need to be designed differently between 32- and 64-bit platforms?

And, on OS X, how do you find which one you have!?

stalepretzel

Posted 2008-09-25T12:14:00.203

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@Moab; Alas, we have dozens of duplicates by now! – Phoshi – 2011-06-05T16:47:16.670

possible duplicate of 32-bit vs. 64-bit systems

– Phoshi – 2011-06-05T16:47:33.160

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