64-bit or 32-bit Linux

[Jamon Camisso]

Ian Petersen wrote:
> Certain binary-only packages (such as Flash, and some "Windows-only"
> movie codecs) are only available in 32-bit mode.  Some applications
> might be less stable (a few years ago, when I tried 64-bit Gentoo,
> OpenOffice.org wasn't ready for 64-bit, IIRC).
> 
> The binary-only packages can generally be used by creating a 32-bit
> chroot environment so, if Gutsy is on the ball, you might not notice
> the problem.

Been using 64bit Debian & Fedora for 2 years on my desktop now, no 
problems. Try nspluginwrapper for a 64bit compatible wrapper for 32bit 
flash in Firefox.

Jamon
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