32 or 64bit?

[Chad]

What's a better version to install, 32bit or 64bit - overall? I do have Core 2 duo which is 64bit obviously, but is there any minor/major downside to 64bit?

One, I noticed plugins for firefox - not all common ones work in 64bit.

Would I notice any difference in performance overall? If yes, please provide examples (situations, software, etc)

[sbovisjb1]

Preferably go with 64 bit. It will run faster and if you have the applications that can support it go for it!

[nixen]

have macromedia flash problems with 64bit os?

[falko]

As far as I know, there's no Flash Player available for 64bit distros... :(

[punk0mi]

You can just run the 32 bit version of Firefox instead of the 64 bit....that way all the plug-ins should work. I have been using 32 and 64 bit browsers and really can't tell a difference.

[till]

If you do not have more then 3GB Ram, then use the 32Bit version of the linux distribution.

[Mark_Smith]

Preferably go with 64 bit. It will run faster and if you have the applications that can support it go for it!

Yes, a better version is 64 bit. I have Laptop ACER, AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology MK36 2.0 GHz and 64 bit is the better version for me.

[sjau]

if you haven't much experience go with 32bit first.... or you could dual boot, one with 32bit and one with 64bit...

There are some stuff that's still a pain getting it to work in 64bit - hence my recommendation to start with 32bit to get to know your way around.