Public bug reported: I think it would be better if the 64-bit Ubuntu versions would be called "x86-64" not "AMD64".
Reason: people with 64-bit Intel processors (Core 2, i7, dual pentium) are asking in the Ubuntuforum where they get the 'correct version' as they don't have an AMD64 ... :-( Yes, I know AMD is the 'inventor' of x86-64 and deserves credit for that, but the AMD64-name is confusing. I think http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X86-64 confirms my statement. Some more info: on http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download the text is neutral, saying "64bit version: May provide additional capabilities to computers that are able to use 64bit software". However, after clicking on that, the page says "amd64" two times: Download URL: http://ftp.belnet.be/mirror/ubuntu.com/releases/intrepid/ubuntu-8.10-desktop-amd64.iso Ubuntu Edition: Ubuntu 8.10 desktop Computer Platform: amd64 Download Location: http://ftp.belnet.be/mirror/ubuntu.com/releases/ That's confusing for the current mainstream users. Therefore a rename to x86_64 or x86-64 would be better IMHO. ** Affects: ubuntu Importance: Undecided Status: New -- 64-bit Ubuntu should be called "x86-64" not "AMD64" https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/327804 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
