First DIY Build

[Narcotic]

2 reasons...

1. I'm nervous that I won't be able to use 32 bit programs on the 64 bit version of it (I heard that the 64 bit version isn't backwards compatable with said programs).

2. OEM is tied to the motherboard. Thus if it breaks, I will loose windows. Also I can transfer the full version to anouther computer (As long as I uninstall on the old one first).

1. I can assure you that it doesn't make any difference if you use 32 bit programs on your 64 bit OS. The good thing about the 64 bit is, that it can address more than 4GB RAM (32 bit), and therefore, programs with 64 bit will run better (Home Premium supports up to 16GB. Pro, Enterprise and Ultimate even 192GB RAM ).

There's absolutely no drawback in using 32 bit programs on a 64 bit OS. And since you'll have 16GB RAM, it'd be just stupid to run a 32 bit OS.

2. I've bought an OEM W7 for 60€ and somehow I do use it on multiple computers/mainboards (yes, I activated my key). I once read that it works with 3 different machines. Whatever, it's your money. But even if you were right, I wouldn't waste 110$ just for the risk of the mainboard breaking.

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