Posted on APCBlog today at
http://www.apcstart.com/site/dwarne/2006/08/1139/microsoft-cuts-another-feature-full-hd-playback-in-32bit-vista
“Microsoft revealed today that no 32-bit versions of Windows Vista will be able to play back next generation high definition protected content (translation studio-released BluRay and HD-DVD movies).
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PC users will now have to choose between a PC that can play high definition content (64 bit) versus one that can potentially run older devices that only have unsigned drivers available (32 bit).”
I personally don’t play DVDs on my computer (yet) but this is something I was contemplating on doing around Vista time frame. So, basically if you have a relatively new 32-bit PC you use as a media center - you’re screwed. For people looking to get a new PC this Christmas, they’ll just have to shell out more for 64 bit systems.
Thanks Microsoft, which I’m sure they’ve just caved into Hollywood demands.
Sergey @ USysWare
