I have run 64-bit on the desktop for almost 5 years now. Even 32-bit apps like Skype run just fine now, thanks to multi-arch. Just use 64-bit, and install what you want from the package manager. It'll work.
Tyler On 2012-11-14 16:40, Nigel Verity wrote: > Hi > > I'm thinking about upgrading to Xubuntu 12.10. It will be a fresh install. > So far I've always gone for the 32-bit version and had next to no problems, > either with the OS or applications. Conscious of the need to keep up with > the times, I'm considering 64-bit next time. Are there any real advantages > or would I be unlikely to notice any significant difference? > > Regards > > Nige > > -- "[...] freedom is kind of a hobby with me, and I have disposable income that I'll spend to find out how to get people more of it." -- Penn Jillette -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
