Mac 64-bit version

Llian — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:12:55 GMT

This may seem to be a dumb question....how would I know if my mac is 64-bit version compatibility and what is that ?

Re: Mac 64-bit version

Ralph Wessel — Sun, 22 May 2011 13:37:10 GMT

Llian wrote:
This may seem to be a dumb question....how would I know if my mac is 64-bit version compatibility and what is that ?

The number of bits primarily determines the amount of RAM that can be addressed by the OS or applications. 32-bit addressing can theoretically access about 4GB, which has become a serious limitation for some modern applications.

The processor in your Mac will determine whether is can run 64-bit apps or not. Most can, so it's unlikely you'll have a problem. Click the item About This Mac under the Apple menu. The palette that appears will show you the processor type. I think you would only have a problem if it said Core Solo or Core Duo. Note that Core 2 Duo is fine (the names are too similar for my liking).

Re: Mac 64-bit version

Stress Co_ — Sun, 22 May 2011 16:32:27 GMT

Read HOW TO TELL IF YOUR INTEL-BASED MAC HAS A 32-BIT OR 64-BIT PROCESSOR

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