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Old 21st November 2012, 08:15   #1
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Default Why Does 64-Bit Windows Need a Separate “Program Files (x86)” Folder?

If you’re currently using any 64-bit version of Windows you may have noticed there are two “Program Files” folders, one for 64-bit and one for 32-bit apps. Why does Windows need to sub-divide them? Read on to see why.

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