For the last 2 years 64-bit computers have become much cheaper and more affordable. Even some models of computers aren't produced in 32-bit edition any more like it was few years ago. Time and technology flow forces us to get in touch with newer systems which are more powerful and reliable, but not all the fields of 64-bit computing are ready do be used. You can find lots of 64-bit hardware and even OSs now, but it is not easy to find software which is compatible with them.
Some users of 64-bit computers continue using 32-bit software which they can run on their machines just because they can't find any program with the same functions that is compatible with their version of 64-bit OS.
When buying a 64-bit computer, you buy a doubled speed and power, but running 32-bit programs that seems to work fine is not the only function you should expect from your brand new PC. Although a 32-bit program works fine, it doesn't use the full power of your 64-bit processor due to it's code. It was developed and compiled to work on 32-bit processors. Did you buy 64-bit PC just to use as 32-bit one? Probably, not. So, use the full power of your processor!
64-bit programs can be categorized into two groups: native 64-bit software and 64-bit compatible software. The native 64-bit software is a kind of software which has been developed and compiled to work on 64-bit platforms. Another type of software, 64-bit compatible, usually comes in 2 versions: the 32-bit version( the original one) and 64-bit compatible version. Let's figure out a difference between these two kinds of 64-bit software. The code of native 64-bit software is originally supposed to work on a 64-bit platform. As a result, rather then compatible software, 64-bit native software is much more stable when used on different 64-bit systems.
So, instead of using 32-bit applications from your old PC try to find alternative 64-bit programs with the same functions.
We have already collected some software and divided it into categories in the Catalogue of 64-bit Software.
Alex Usanin is one of the developers of the Catalogue of 64-bit Software.
Source: www.isnare.com