Why is my W7 64-bit detected as x86 instead of x64?

Deific · 17 Dec 2010 at 21:20

I'm on 64-bit windows 7, a quick check of the system properties confirms it's 64-bit and detecting 4GB ram, so why is my Program Files folder listed as x86 as if it were 32-bit and the folder name unable to be edited?

Jokester · 17 Dec 2010 at 21:23

You should also have a Program Files folder without the x86?

Mr.Fantastic · 17 Dec 2010 at 21:24

64bit programs go into programs files while 32bit programs go into program files (x86)

RJC · 17 Dec 2010 at 21:25

I believe your non 64bit programs / drivers get installed there, I have Program Files (x86) and a Program File were all 64bit program are put.

Deific · 17 Dec 2010 at 21:27

I do indeed, knowing little about the workings of computers this had me confused. Thanks