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When purchasing a new copy of Windows, which of the following CPU characteristics needs to be taken into account?
The correct answer is D. Architecture. Windows is sold as either a 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) version, and the correct version must match the CPU's architecture. A 64-bit OS cannot run on a 32-bit CPU. Cache size, core count, and clock speed affect performance but have no bearing on which edition of Windows you…
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When purchasing a new copy of Windows, which of the following CPU characteristics needs to be taken into account?
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- ACache size
- BCore count
- CClock speed
- DArchitecture
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(27 responses)- B7% (2)
- C4% (1)
- D89% (24)
Explanation
Windows is sold as either a 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) version, and the correct version must match the CPU's architecture. A 64-bit OS cannot run on a 32-bit CPU. Cache size, core count, and clock speed affect performance but have no bearing on which edition of Windows you can purchase and install. Architecture is the only characteristic that determines OS compatibility.
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