anyweb Posted December 5, 2009 Report post Posted December 5, 2009 Among the factors to consider, as companies ponder Windows 7 migrations, is whether to run a 32 bit or 64 bit version of the operating system. We look at the reasons why and what companies are saying. Cost isn’t the biggest consideration for Compassionate Care Hospice CIO Jeffrey Bolden when it comes to upgrading his 1,650 employees to Windows 7. Rather, in a “recession-proof business,” Bolden is focused on moving toward a 64-bit environment. Compassionate Care, the nation’s fourth largest hospice care provider with locations in 12 states, is presently running Windows XP and Windows Vista desktops and a half dozen server configurations. Their migration plans will occur on an as-needed basis, as well as when new staff are added, Bolden says. Foremost on his mind, when a full-blown migration does occur, is moving to a 64-bit environment. He’s looking for the ability “to run certain distributed database applications in the field that are currently running in a more centralized way,” he explains. “You’re going to design applications entirely differently because you’ll have much faster processing speeds.’’ full story > http://itexpertvoice.com/home/which-windows-7-is-best-for-your-company-64%E2%80%93bit-or-32-bit/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
