How to use a 64-bit web browser on 32-bit Windows?
In today's article we will see how to use a 64-bit web browser in 32-bit Windows . Is it possible? We'll get into the details below.
What are the differences between a 64-bit browser and a 32-bit browser ? In general, any application that can be run in 64-bit has better performance than any 32-bit version. They are not only faster but also more secure thanks to its architecture.
But let's try to put a little side everything type of technicality and let's move on to what we're really interested in. Can we install a 64-bit browser on a 32-bit operating system? We will answer this question a little later.
Check if a 64-bit web browser is compatible with my version of Windows
What you need to keep in mind is that if you have a 32-bit operating system, it is impossible to install a 64-bit web browser . Even if you did, it would actually be quite counterproductive. Therefore, we recommend that you check your version of Windows before trying anything.
To do this, you just have to go to " This computer " or " My computer "Then right click on an empty space, we choose" Properties ».
Then in the section » System ", You will be able to see your processor, your RAM, the type of system, etc. ¿ How can we realize if we have a 32 or 64 bit version of Windows?
If you look at “System Type” that should clarify it a lot. In the case of having 64 bits, it will say that the processor is x64. If we have a 32 bit operating system, we will have to invest in a new computer.
How to update Google Chrome to 64-bit
To verify that we have the 64-bit version, we need to go to Help> Google Chrome Information in the menu located in the upper right corner of the browser.
In this section we will see » Information »And a little further down we can see the version number and in brackets if it is 64 or 32 bits. If nothing appears, it means you have the 32-bit version. If so, go to Chrome's website to download the latest version.
Upgrade Mozilla Firefox to 64-bit
Similar to Chrome's, users weren't automatically updated when the 64-bit version was released. In order to check which version we have we have to go to Help> About Firefox and here we can see if it says (32 bit) or (64 bit) next to the browser version number.
In the case of the 32-bit version, we will have to enter the Mozilla official site to download the 64-bit version and install it.
How to upgrade Microsoft Edge to 64 bit
In the case of microsoftedge, you don't have to do anything, because if your system is 64 bit, the browser is automatically installed. If it's 32-bit, you'll have that version installed. So you shouldn't do anything.
Therefore, if your computer does not support the 64-bit operating system, you cannot install an application with this architecture. Gradually, 32-bit software and hardware are giving way to 64-bit architecture, which offers better performance and better security in every sense of the word.
Remember, if you still have questions, you can leave them in the comments section which you can find a little further down.
