w7 32bit os
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I would not recommend using the 32 bit version. Memory is SO cheap that even if you start with 4GB (almost nobody does) you will want 8 or 16GB but won't be able to without the 64bit OS. Windows 7 Home Premium can go to 16GB RAM. That is my recommendation -- See Wikipedia for comparisons.
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Windows 7 home is perfectly good for most home users.
There are few features that a home user might need.
If you have 4gb of ram, the 32 bit version is probably better since the os takes a bit less space.
But, with ram so cheap, 8gb and the 664 bit version is much better.
As to ram, your cpu is sensitive to supported ram. Go to a ram web site and enter your motherboard. You will get a list of supported ram kits.
All the major vendors are good.
Do not pay extra for fancy heat spreaders, they are useless and can impact some cpu coolers.
There are few features that a home user might need.
If you have 4gb of ram, the 32 bit version is probably better since the os takes a bit less space.
But, with ram so cheap, 8gb and the 664 bit version is much better.
As to ram, your cpu is sensitive to supported ram. Go to a ram web site and enter your motherboard. You will get a list of supported ram kits.
All the major vendors are good.
Do not pay extra for fancy heat spreaders, they are useless and can impact some cpu coolers.
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