Microsoft has begun ending support for 32-bit versions of Windows 10, starting with the 2004 version of the popular operating system.
Why the End of WINDOWS 10 Could Be a Big Problem
Microsoft says, "Starting with Windows 10, version 2004, all new Windows 10 systems must use 64-bit builds, and Microsoft will no longer release 32-bit builds for OEM distribution," the company wrote in its documentation. Previous versions of Windows will continue to receive 32-bit support, however, since the hardware they shipped with typically does not support 64-bit code.
Advantages of 64-bit: A 64-bit processor can process 64 bits of data at a time, allowing it to process information faster than a 32-bit processor. This allows it to use more memory, for example, and also allows your computer to be more precise; for example, pixels can be colored and placed more precisely than on a 32-bit computer.
What to do: First, you'll need to determine which version of Windows 10 your machine can run. If that's successful, you'll then want to upgrade your 64-bit PC to the 64-bit version of Windows 10. Then you're ready to make the transition in support, assuming you're running a 2004 or later version of Windows 10.
