64-bit Support

64-bit editions of Windows 7 are designed to take full advantage of the increased RAM and multi-tasking capabilities of 64-bit PCs.

If you’ve gone PC shopping lately, you've probably noticed more computers with 64-bit processors, and you may have wondered what advantages they offer.

Put simply, a 64-bit PC can handle larger amounts of information than a 32-bit system. Since it can use more RAM—4 GB and up—a 64-bit computer can be more responsive when you're running lots of programs at once.

Which should you buy? If you tend to have a lot of programs open simultaneously or need to switch frequently between programs—or if you just want to be sure your PC can take advantage of the larger amounts of memory available today—64-bit is a great choice. If you run only one or two programs at a time or have older hardware and software that isn't supported by a 64-bit PC, a 32-bit system is a good choice.

Whether you choose the 32-bit or the 64-bit system, Windows 7 is ready.

Movies and more with Windows and Xbox

I admit it: I love Windows Vista. I like the fact that Windows Media Center (available with the Ultimate and Home Premium editions) lets me access movies I've downloaded to different televisions in my home through the use of Media Center Extenders like Xbox 360. I also like that I can make movies with Windows Movie Maker.

If you're a movie fan, you'll love Windows Vista, too. In this article, I'll show you how quickly you can record movies from television or download them from the Internet, how you can watch those movies throughout your home, and how you can create your own movies using Windows Movie Maker.