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Windows Vista Ultimate SP2 x86-x64 Retail OEM Rus-Eng. DVD.

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Quantity 100 items (new condition)
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Renewed Date10-Apr-2013 08:46:49 AM EST
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Windows Vista ULTIMATE (x86/X64) Russian/English. SP2 Integrated 2010 |2GB


Differences and Advantages Between 32-bit (x86) VS 64-bit (x64) Windows Vista
Each editions of Windows Vista operating system is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions (x86 anx x64 are terms used by Microsoft), making 64-bit OS option now a widely available choice. And with almost all CPU processor and motherboard nowadays is x64 based which capable of running 64-bit OS, it presents hard decision to consumers to decide and pick whether 32-bit or 64-bit versions of Windows Vista is suitable choice.

Microsoft publishes KB946765 which details the main differences between 32-bit and 64-bit Windows Vista, which mainly relate to memory accessibility, memory management, and enhanced security features, as listed in table below.



Architecture
Windows Vista, 32-bit versions
Windows Vista, 64-bit versions
System requirements
1-gigahertz (GHz) 32-bit (x86) processor or 64-bit (x64) processor,
512 MB of RAM
1-GHz 64-bit (x64) processor, 1 GB of RAM (4 GB recommended)
Memory access
A 32-bit version of Windows Vista can access up to 4 GB of RAM.
A 64-bit version of Windows Vista can access from 1 GB of RAM to more than 128 GB of RAM.
Memory access per edition
All 32-bit versions of Windows Vista can access up to 4 GB of RAM.
Windows Vista Home Basic ��" 8 GB of RAM
Windows Vista Home Premium ��" 16 GB of RAM
Windows Vista Business ��" 128 GB of RAM or more
Windows Vista Enterprise ��" 128 GB of RAM or more
Windows Vista Ultimate ��" 128 GB of RAM or more
DEP
32-bit versions of Windows Vista use a software-based version of DEP.
64-bit versions of Windows Vista support hardware-backed DEP.
Kernel Patch Protection (PatchGuard)
This feature is not available in 32-bit versions of Windows Vista.
This feature is available in 64-bit versions of Windows Vista. Kernel Patch Protection helps prevent a malicious program from updating the Windows Vista kernel. This feature works by helping to prevent a kernel-mode driver from extending or replacing other kernel services. Also, this feature helps prevent third-party programs from updating (patching) any part of the kernel.
Driver signing
Unsigned drivers may be used with 32-bit versions of Windows Vista.
64-bit versions of Windows Vista require that all device drivers be digitally signed by the developer.
32-bit driver support
32-bit versions of Windows Vista support 32-bit drivers that are designed for Windows Vista.
64-bit versions of Windows Vista do not support 32-bit device drivers.
16-bit program support
32-bit versions of Windows Vista support 16-bit programs, in part.
64-bit versions of Windows Vista do not support 16-bit programs.
If you value the benefits and advantages of switching and embracing 64-bit Windows Vista, here’s a few considerations to ponder before making the move to install x64 Windows Vista:

· 64-bit device drivers may not be available for one or more devices in the computer.
· Device drivers must be digitally signed.
· 32-bit device drivers are not supported.
· 32-bit programs may not be fully compatible with a 64-bit operating system.
· It may be difficult to locate programs that are written specifically for a 64-bit operating system.
· Not all hardware devices may be compatible with a 64-bit version of Windows Vista



-Service Pack(s) Description -
Service Pack 2, the latest service pack for both Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista, supports new types of hardware and emerging hardware standards, includes all of the updates that have been delivered since SP1, and simplifies deployment, for consumers, developers, and IT professionals.
- Quick Details -
File Name: 6002.18005.090410-1830-1_iso_update_sp_wave1-RTMSP2.1_DVD.iso
Version: 948465
Knowledge Base (KB) Articles: KB948465
Language: all
- Overview -
Service Pack 2 for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista (SP2) is an update to Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 that supports new kinds of hardware and emerging hardware standards, and includes all updates delivered since SP1. SP2 simplifies administration by enabling IT administrators to deploy and support a single service pack for clients and servers. Please see the Windows Server SP2/Windows Vista SP2 page on TechNet/MSDN for additional details and documentation.
Windows Vista SP2 TechNet
Windows Server 2008 SP2 TechNet
SP2 is an update to Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista that incorporates improvements discovered through automated feedback, as well as updates that have been delivered since SP1. By providing these fixes integrated into a single service pack for both client and server, Microsoft provides a single high-quality update that minimizes deployment and testing complexity for customers.
Service Pack 1 is a prerequisite for installing Service Pack 2. Please make sure that your system is running Service Pack 1 before you install Service Pack 2.
Note: Windows Server 2008 released with Service Pack 1 included. Windows Vista SP1 information and downloads can be found on the Windows Vista SP1 TechNet page.
This is a DVD ISO image that contains Service Pack 2 for Windows Server 2008 SP2 for x86, x64, IA-64 and Windows Vista for x86, x64. This image will work with all Windows Server 2008/Windows Vista languages.
- System Requirements -
* Supported Operating Systems: Windows Server 2008; Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems; Windows Vista; Windows Vista Business 64-bit edition; Windows Vista Enterprise 64-bit edition; Windows Vista Home Basic 64-bit edition; Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit edition; Windows Vista Ultimate 64-bit edition.