64 bit vs 32 bit Programs

Discussion in 'Software' started by FCawthon, Jan 25, 2010.

  1. FCawthon

    FCawthon Private E-2

    I just recently purchased a new computer running Windows 7 and a 64 bit platform. Can anyone tell me if there is a "patch" or "program" that I can obtain that will enable me to run my old 32 bit programs on this 64 bit computer? It is impossible for me to contact the software suppliers (as Microsoft suggests) since these are old programs and the companies probably don't exist anymore. They were all working fine under my old computer running Windows XP. Thanks
     
    FCawthon, Jan 25, 2010
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  2. gimpster123

    gimpster123 Bring out the Gimp.

    Most programs will run just fine all by themselves. It automatically runs in 32bit mode.
     
    gimpster123, Jan 25, 2010
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  3. FCawthon

    FCawthon Private E-2

    Thanks, that is true. Some of them run just fine, but quite a few of them give me the message "to contact my software supplier to see if I should use a 32 bit or 64 bit version of the program"
     
    FCawthon, Jan 25, 2010
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  4. Kodo

    Kodo SNATCHSQUATCH

    Kodo, Jan 25, 2010
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  5. DavidGP

    DavidGP MajorGeeks Forum Administrator - Grand Pooh-Bah Staff Member

    Hi


    On the applications that say "to contact my software supplier to see if I should use a 32 bit or 64 bit version of the program" do these applications not work or run at all? if not then try some of the below.


    Which version of Windows 7 do you have as XP Mode only works with Professional, Ultimate and Enterprise versions? also if you have one of these versions then run the HAV Tool for XP Mode HERE to check out your hardware as not all CPUs can handle XP Mode and Virtualisation.


    Alternates are:

    Try running the application with the Compatability Wizard on install, info HERE

    If you have a retail version of XP still and its now unused, try installing Virtual PC 2007 and then install XP and update it, then you can install your applications in that Virtual PC, I use this alot for the various Windows and Linux operating systems. Plus more info on Virtual PC 2007 HERE and how to setup
     
    DavidGP, Jan 26, 2010
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