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220-1102 · Question #847
A support specialist needs to decide whether to install a 32-bit or 64-bit OS architecture on a new computer. Which of the following specifications will help the specialist determine which OS…
The correct answer is A. 16GB RAM. The amount of RAM is the key factor in choosing a 32-bit vs. 64-bit OS: A 32-bit OS can only address up to 4GB of RAM. A 64-bit OS is required for 16GB RAM or more to fully utilize the memory.
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Question
A support specialist needs to decide whether to install a 32-bit or 64-bit OS architecture on a new computer. Which of the following specifications will help the specialist determine which OS architecture to use?
Options
- A16GB RAM
- BIntel i7 CPU
- C500GB HDD
- D1Gbps Ethernet
How the community answered
(47 responses)- A89% (42)
- B4% (2)
- C4% (2)
- D2% (1)
Explanation
The amount of RAM is the key factor in choosing a 32-bit vs. 64-bit OS: A 32-bit OS can only address up to 4GB of RAM. A 64-bit OS is required for 16GB RAM or more to fully utilize the memory.
Topics
#32-bit OS#64-bit OS#RAM limitations#OS installation
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