World Community Grid announces the release of 64-bit applications.
As a result, World Community Grid plans to deploy 64-bit technology for our research applications. Our plan is to deploy 64-bit applications for all active research project which still have a lot of work to run before they finish. In addition, we plan to launch all new research projects to operate in 32-bit and 64-bit.
As we deploy 64-bit applications, we will list them below and we will also update the Systems Requirements FAQ (see note 5 in the System Requirements).
- Computing for Clean Water - Windows, Linux & Mac-Intel platforms only.
One of the advantages of 64-bit processors is the usage of more general purpose registers than 32-bit processors. This helps the processor to fetch data from the cache, or main memory, in tight loops. Also, 64-bit applications allow the usage of libraries designed for 64-bit operating systems instead of emulation mode.
Members interested in more details about the benefits of 64-bit technology will be able to find additional information on the internet.