I built a computer back in February of 08. I am currently using xp as my os. Heres the problem, I built the computer for gaming purposes. Here are the specs.
Intel Core 2 duo e6750 2.66ghz
gigabyte ga-p35-ds3l motherboard
x2 1gb sticks of ram (my mobo has 4 slots. I also plan to upgrade to more)
radeon 3850 512mb video card
300gb western digital hdd
650 watt power supply
2 dvd rom drives
I currently have the computer hooked up to a 19 inch widescreen tv. I have a gamepad (saitek cyborg rumble) and I played many games with this set up. I want to upgrade to dx10 and buy some newer games like assassin's creed so i can have a "vista gaming experience." I have no plans to make any drastic changes for a while (like change the mobo per say).
So heres the question.
what vista is the best for me. I don't really know if ultimate's features will have use for me. I have an old laptop that works for my ms office and internet needs. Also would 64bit work for me, I mean, the gamepad has 64bit drivers, and i don't need to worry about program compatibility too much.
That much said
ultimate or home premium? (or basic)?
32bit or 64 bit?
Intel Core 2 duo e6750 2.66ghz
gigabyte ga-p35-ds3l motherboard
x2 1gb sticks of ram (my mobo has 4 slots. I also plan to upgrade to more)
radeon 3850 512mb video card
300gb western digital hdd
650 watt power supply
2 dvd rom drives
I currently have the computer hooked up to a 19 inch widescreen tv. I have a gamepad (saitek cyborg rumble) and I played many games with this set up. I want to upgrade to dx10 and buy some newer games like assassin's creed so i can have a "vista gaming experience." I have no plans to make any drastic changes for a while (like change the mobo per say).
So heres the question.
what vista is the best for me. I don't really know if ultimate's features will have use for me. I have an old laptop that works for my ms office and internet needs. Also would 64bit work for me, I mean, the gamepad has 64bit drivers, and i don't need to worry about program compatibility too much.
That much said
ultimate or home premium? (or basic)?
32bit or 64 bit?