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32bit or 64bit on satellite c655

Asked by John Richardson

Can I use Ubuntu on my Toshiba satellite c655 and, if so, should I use 32bit or 64bit, since it is a 64bit processor?

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George Standish (george-standish-deactivatedaccount) said : 		#1

John,

I don't mean to be rude, but if you need to ask if you should use 32 or 64 bit - then the answer is, use 32bit. The download site doesn't recommend 64bit for daily desktop usage (it requires more configuration/troubleshooting then the 32bit version).

Best of luck whichever you choose,
George

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said : 		#2

How much RAM does the system have?

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John Richardson (info-noyohillfarm) said : 		#3

Thank you for the answers. This is new to me so I want to do what's best as I learn the system. I have 2GB RAM, it's a cheap computor but I would like to get away from MS. Can I load the 32bit version on a 64bit system?

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said : 		#4

Then 32bit is absolutely fine

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Best Ricardo Moreno (ricardinho) said : 		#5

Hi John,
If you have 2GB RAM then it is better to install the 32 bit version, the processor will handle it fine.

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John Richardson (info-noyohillfarm) said : 		#6

Thanks Ricardo Moreno, that solved my question.