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When should I put programs in "Program Files" and when "Program Files (x86)"?
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Mar 15, 2026453 viewsConfidence Score0%
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I'm using Vista, and installers often choose one of the two "Program Files" folders (regular or (x86).) When I have the choice (i.e., there is no installer) how should I choose? Does it ever matter? (This question could probably be better tagged, but I'm not sure what it should be.)
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Looks like you are using a 64-bit version of Vista (as am I). It should do this automatically but here it is: 64-bit in program files, 32-bit in the x86. The separation is needed at times and should be withheld: http://www.winvistatips.com/2-program…
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