About to buy vista, need confirmation

JonD · 16 Feb 2007 at 13:44

I know there is loads of threads about this but I just want a confirmation.

With my current spec (see sig), is Windows Vista Premium 64bit the best choice over 32bit?

I have just upgraded and I cant see myself upgrading the mobo for atleast 2-3 years.

Thx

csmager · 16 Feb 2007 at 13:46

In the long term, x64 is definitely the right choice. You may have a few teething troubles at the start, but as your PC is pretty much new it'll probably only be the odd random peripheral you find yourself driverless for. Or you might just be lucky!

Jimbo · 16 Feb 2007 at 13:47

You should be fine with 64bit version, I was in the same boat but plumped fror x64 ultimate oem and its great. Really glad I went x64 now and not 32bit, all my fears where unfounded.

TheDean · 16 Feb 2007 at 13:51

Buy x64 - ...and make sure it's Ultimate......

JonD · 16 Feb 2007 at 13:52

2 Very quick replies. Thanks.

With regards to drivers, I think the 8800GTS is the only prob as there are only betas out atm?

Meatball · 16 Feb 2007 at 14:23

JonD said:
2 Very quick replies. Thanks.

With regards to drivers, I think the 8800GTS is the only prob as there are only betas out atm?

nVidia drivers are a bit slack apparently, should be fixed soon though. Creative drivers are also still in beta and are supposed to be poo.

wormvortex · 16 Feb 2007 at 14:29

don't get ulitmate its a waste of money unless you really need the extra features. If you don't its more of a show off factor