Can you run 32 bit applications on a 64 bit operating system?



Can you run 32 bit applications on a 64 bit operating system?..

Answer / Anchal Khare

Yes, it is possible to run 32-bit applications on a 64-bit operating system. However, the operating system provides a compatibility layer (WoW64) that enables this, and the performance might not be as optimal as running native 64-bit applications.

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