Mike the Elder wrote:
> First, a moment of silence...
> 
> My ancient AMD K6 machine, which lived as a Win95, Win98 and Win2k machine has
> finally expired.  It has run down the curtain and joined the Choir Invisible.
> It is an ex-workstation.

Goodness.  The machine that replaced my K6-2 is itself 5 years old, and 
considered a boat anchor now.

> Well.. I'd better replace it then.
> 
> As I type, a replacement is being built for me. It's a pretty decent mid-level
> machine: AMD Athlon Dual 64 +6000, 2GB ram, 160GB HD, GeForce 8600 video (not
> the best, but budget restrictions applied).  Having heard that problems exist
> with Windows XP Pro 64 bit in regard to various programs not working properly
> and drivers for various devices not being available... AND needing my
> replacement machine today, I'm having Win XP Pro 32 bit installed.  I can
> later, if I choose, have the system converted to a dual boot system with the
> option of starting in 32 or 64 for approximately an additional $200.00 USD.
> 
> The question: Is it worth it?

I expect that you'll be hearing from Linux advocates right about now.

Regards,
John

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