On (14/03/06 10:21), Andy wrote: > What's the deal with Debian on AMD64 processors? > > I am building a new box for the first time in quite a while, and have > become a little confused about the whole 64bit processor thing. > > Can I run regular Debian Sarge on an AMD64 processor, or do I have to > run the AMD64 port?
Yes 32bit sarge will install on your box but if you want to take advantage of 64bit processing power, you need the 64bit install: https://alioth.debian.org/docman/view.php/30192/21/debian-amd64-howto.html#id220463 Some people are working on ensuring that OpenOffice and Firefox with Flash work on 64bit but the amd64 howto suggests setting up a 32bit chroot to run them in. The instructions are pretty easy to follow and the setup runs fine here. Regards Clive -- www.clivemenzies.co.uk ... ...strategies for business -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
