Some of you may have seen that SolidWorks 2014 will be the last release to support 32-Bit operating systems.
So, what does that mean and will it have any implications for you?
I am sure that most of you are aware of the differences between 32 and 64-Bit operating systems and many of you will already be benefiting from the advantages of a 64-Bit system.
If all of this has slipped by you though, it’s probably best we have a quick recap on what the differences actually are.
- The ability to use more than 4 GB
of RAM all the way up to 128 GB! - Enhanced security features
including mandatory driver signing, Kernel Patch Protection and support for
hardware-backed Data Execution Protection (DEP for short) - Increased
stability and performance
What this will all this mean for your SolidWorks performance?
Running SolidWorks on a 64-Bit OS will allow you to:
- Install and use more than 4 GB of
RAM - Get better performance in overall
design and modelling speed. - Increase your stability meaning
less crashes and down time.
Here at DriveWorks our software is already updated with support for 64-Bit systems so you can look forward to the same performance boosts if you haven’t already upgraded.
I hope this clears up a few of the queries you may have had but if you have any more please don’t be afraid to ask at apisupport@solidworks.com or below in the comments.