Many computer users prefer to install their operating system "clean" by simply using their old Windows disc to verify they own a copy of the software. However, that appears to no longer be possible using an Upgrade version of Windows Vista.
The Redmond company has apparently taken out the option to do so from upgrade versions of its new operating system, meaning a user would need to purchase a full copy of the OS in order to perform a clean installation. Upgrade discs would only work if a copy of either Windows 2000 or XP is already on the system.
What's the difference between an upgrade version of windows vista and an oem version of windows vista? For example i want to buy windows vista home premium and my local computer sore is selling the OEM version 64-bit, for $114.95, and i was going to get it, but I saw the upgrade version at bestbuy for $160, so my question is what is the difference? and which one should i get?
The OEM just doesn't have a box. Same thing as Retail.
I don't see any advantages about 64-bit, except for it's the "new" thing. 32-bit is still supported, there is only a few things that support 64-bit Windows. Your processor also has to support 64-bit, which it does.