whats the difference between a 32-bit windows xp and a 64 bit windows xp ?
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In the future, the battle between 64 bit vs 32 bit processors will inevitably yield the 64 bit processor as the victor, but this transition is going to take some time. \n\nFirst, I’ll talk about the pure mathematics and structure of the processors that are involved here. I’ll keep this part short and sweet.   \n\n\nA bit is short for “binary digit.” It is basically how a computer stores and makes references to data, memory, etc. A bit can have a value of 1 or 0, that’s it. So binary code is streams of 1’s and 0’s, such as this random sequence 100100100111. These bits are also how your processor does calculations. By using 32 bits your processor can represent numbers from 0 to 4,294,967,295 while a 64-bit machine can represent numbers from 0 to 18,446,744,073,709,551,615. Obviously this means your computer can do math with larger numbers, and be more efficient with smaller numbers. \n\nNow see, that description wasn’t too bad, but the question is how does this affect you, the average PC owner? The largest benefit will go to academic institutions and private companies, where large calculations are being performed, huge databases are being accessed, and complex problems are being solved. \n\nEveryone that doesn’t fall into that category will see some benefit of using 64 bit processors over 32 bit processors, but not much in today’s marketplace. The AMD Athlon 64-bit processor is completely backward compatible, meaning you can currently use it with 32-bit operating systems and software programs. You will see some benefits by using this setup, but because the programs weren’t written to take advantage of the extra power, they won’t use much of it. \n\nThe true benefits of this set up don’t come from the amount of bits, but by the improved structure of the 64 bit vs 32 bit processor's older structure. A 64-bit processor is made with more advanced silicon processes, have more transistors, and faster speeds. This is currently where the true benefit of switching to a 64-bit processor lays. \n\nAs for 64-bit operating systems and software, many are in the works, but nothing is in final version. Microsoft has released a beta version of Windows XP that takes advantage of the 64 bit technology, but there are still issues. The problem is when you run 32-bit software programs in the environment of a 64-bit operating system. Many programs won’t work properly, such as Adobe Acrobat and Windows Media Player, for example. Another issue is RAM. You really need about 4 GB of RAM to take full advantage of the capabilities offered by a 64-bit processor, while most PC owners have less than 1 GB under their computer’s hood. \n\nSo, the question now is should you buy a 64 bit processor now, or wait? \n\nDisadvantages: \n\nYou’re currently not able to take full advantage of the technology because the software vendors haven’t made the switch from 32-bit to 64-bit processors.\n\n\nMost AMD Athlon 64 bit processors are expensive, with prices sure to go down in the future. \n\nAdvantages: \n\nBetter performance out of a 32-bit operating system.\n\n\nProbably the last processor you’ll have to buy for many years to come.
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Visit http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/evaluation/compare.mspx\nand you will get your answer.
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XP SP2 is 32 bit and will run on all the (Intel arch. compliant) 32 bit Processors. XP 64 bit version will need 64 bit processors like AMD Athlon 64, AMD Opteron, Intel Xeon etc (but not 64 bit Itanium).\n\nso in effect generally XP64 version would be better than standard XP SP2.\n\nFor more information visit: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/64bit/default.mspx
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tHE 64 BIT os IS TWICE AS FAST AS A 32 BIT os
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You have to install an english copy of XP.  Good news is it's much cheaper.
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both systems are almost identical in capability. XP is newer, so it has a longer support time left. Win2000 will probably not be updated with security patches beyond 2007, while XP will give you another year.\n\ni run WinXP on an AMD K7 600MHz, 256MB RAM, with no problems.
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you install windows xp on a hp laptop. then you have an xp laptop.
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The only problem that you can encounter when going back from XP to 98 is Hard Drive partition type management., if you have windows xp installed on a NTFS HARDDRIVE im sorry to say but you have to re-partition your harddrive back to a FAT32 or FAT16 type.  First you have to back up ALL your WINDOWS XP DRIVERS, FILES, and SOFTWARE PROGRAMS.   Provided you have done all this things you have to BOOT from your WINDOWS 98 CD, then re-partition the hardisk (if you have NTFS installed), then format the hardrive for a clean install. With your type of computer its obvious that processor speed will be the issue when it comes to XP.  A slower based processor such as a PII 300mhz will go sluggish on you. On the other hand new software for Windows 98 will be scarce cuz it's software lifecycle has already diminished.  For example OFFICE 2003, AGE OF EMPIRES 3 wont run on windows 98.
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Many ways! Depends on your flavour! You can simply put the XP cd in and do a fresh install over win2k, you can buy a second hard drive and install XP on it and run two seperate operating systems (my favorite)!
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To be totally honest with you unless you have a computer with no way to upgade the memory to at least 128MB. I would really not waste my time with Windows 98SE. If you want a good solid internet computer Windows 2000 is great for a older machine and you will have USB mass storage and not have to mess with all sorts of silly drivers for everything like 98SE makes you do. If you can't find 2000 - Xp will even work in most older computers!!
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I have been running a 64 bit version of XP for several months now.\n\nIt runs fine. The only issue is software developers are just now starting to take advantage of the 64 bit architecture. As they continue to write 64 bit applications it's benefits will multiply greatly.\n\nNot many people today have ever used MS-DOS. Some of the old timers may remember typing commands into DOS but the majority of computer users today were raised on Windows.
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If it is an upgrade CD then no, you will have no problems installing XP over 2000, but if it is a full version installing over 2k, then pay close attention to the installation.  There will come a point when it will ask you if you want to install with or without formatting.  You do not want to format.  You will lose everything.  When you chose not to format, it will say that your Windows 2000 installation will become unstable.  That is fine if you're only going to use XP.  When the installation is complete you will see not only your old WINNT folder, but a new WINDOWS folder.  The latter is XP.\n\nBefore you begin your installation, rename your Documents and Settings folder to something simple such as Docs or Documents.  XP's installation will create a new Documents and Settings folder and may erase any documents, settings and email files you have for all your users.  Making a backup to disk is highly recommended.\n\nYou may have to re-install some programs.  Especially those that rely on your registry for information.  When XP installs, it also creates a new registry.  Make sure you have your installation disks for all your hardware, games and software that you plan to use.  Even if the drivers/files are still on the computer, the new registry will not be able to find them so a re-install will be necessary.\n\nBackup, backup, backup is the best advice I can give you.\n\nGood luck.  I recently installed XP over 2k and it is great.
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Put the xp cd in and boot from the cd. Choose clean install. When it is finished you will be able to use xp normally
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you may find that its not man enough to handle XP, try to install 2000 instead\n\nalso you may be suffereing from a lack of memory
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you have to download virtual pc. in that you can load 98 then it will become part of xp.\n\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/Windows/virtualpc/default.mspx
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Your best option is to run a repair on your XP installation.\nMake the CD the boot drive, put in you XP installation disk and follow the questions. Once the setup says it  discovered a previous version of Windows take the option of doing a Repair. This will over install your XP and maintain a lot of your setting's
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Hehe ... if u just download it ... nothing happends.\nIf u try to install it over it, by Updating Win98 to WinXp, ... if everything goes smoothly nothing happens either.\nIf some registry entryes goes mixted up then u might not be able to load some of the programs and your system will run slow.\nI recomand that u install the Win Xp version on a diffrent partition ... formated NTFS for better performance and encryption (security).