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Submission + - Is XP-64 really worth it?

Submitted by chip_whisperer on Monday December 04, 2006 @01:46PM

chip_whisperer writes: I used to be a big time custom desktop builder, making many working boxes per year, but I've been off the bandwagon for about four years now and am trying to get back into it now that Ars Technica has just released their recommendations. The standard seems to be heading towards 64 bit processors, but I'm wondering if you can/is it worth it to run a box on simply Windows XP or should I get XP-64? I've heard that driver support for 64 can be a hassle. Also, for you fellow Linux geeks, how are current distros doing in supporting 64 bit processors? (e.g. Suse, Ubuntu, etc.) Thanks for all your help!

Submission + - Google Buys YouTube

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chip_whisperer

on Monday October 09, 2006 @04:48PM

chip_whisperer writes: "In a bold move today Google purchased YouTube for $1.65 Billion. It is the single largest purchase of their 8 year history. However, Google is not forgetting YouTube's founders and employees. From the article:

YouTube will continue to retain its brand, as well as all 67 employees, including co-founders Chad Hurley and Steve Chen.

I wonder if YouTube will end up being worth it for the search giant in the end. Thoughts?"

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