Microsoft shines light on 64-bit Windows

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Author: JT Smith

Reported at CNET News.com: “Microsoft on Tuesday opened the door to 64-bit Windows.

The company announced that its Windows Advanced Server, Limited Edition, is now available for
computers based on Intel’s 64-bit Itanium chip.

Microsoft said that Compaq Computer, Dell Computer, Hewlett-Packard and IBM will start
shipping servers running the new operating system within 30 days. Other computer makers will
ship it later this year.”