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Subject: Re: Opteron 64 bit makes kn/s 100% better(faster?)??????!!

Author: Joost Buijs

Date: 11:37:17 09/07/03

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On September 07, 2003 at 11:43:26, Michael P. Nance Sr. wrote:

>On September 07, 2003 at 11:31:30, Gian-Carlo Pascutto wrote:
>
>>On September 07, 2003 at 10:54:47, Michael P. Nance Sr. wrote:
>>
>>>If I may,how can I get that version of WS 2003 (64 bit) so I can run Deep Sjeng
>>>on My dual (246) Operton also? I'm at a Crossroads now, on what OS to use with
>>>My Operton. I want to be able to go 64 bit.I wouldn't be able to accomplish >that with Windows XP Pro. Please fill in the gaps for Me.>>>>Mike
>>
>>You cannot get it. According to other posters here, there's a beta, but
>>I don't think it is available to members of the general public.
>>
>>The only way to run 64 bit programs on the Opteron right now is to
>>use Linux.
>>
>>--
>>GCP
>
>When might a commerical version of WS 2003(64 bit) be available to be purchased
>by Us Peons? I don't suppose that there is some kind of a restriction on using
>Linus with My Opteron or is that a dead Horse also? If so,what would be the cost
>compairson comparired to WS 2003,would It work?>>>>Mike

It will take a few months before a 64 bit AMD version of windows will hit the
streets. There seems to be a beta version of windows XP for AMD-64 to.
GamePC already did a preview.
http://www.gamepc.com/labs/view_content.asp?id=amd64xp&page=1
Probably it is worth while to wait somewhat longer, AMD will release the 2200
MHz. 248 Opteron very soon according to the inquirer.
http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=11371
This will be a real beast!




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