GamePC does an exceptional write-up of the ever-growing Windows
64-bit Edition. The latest build is up to 1218 and the writer finds a lot to like in it. He calls it a major step
forward, with improvements that are actually starting to outperform Windows XP Pro. Microsoft has finally
incorporated 64-bit Direct X 9.0 components and Nvidia's 64-bit Forceware drivers, so the new version finally has some
room to breathe. If you consider that previous builds of the OS have yielded performance loss, 64-bit fans will be
happy to read the latest preview.
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