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How to run the 32-bit Explorer shell on Windows x64

Tekmaven   on 23 May 2005 - 13:49 · 17 comments & 1461 views

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One of the first things many users notice about Windows XP and 2003 x64 Editions is that they do not support any kind of shell integration (Deskbars, Toolbars, Context-menu handlers like WinRAR, etc). The reason for this is that 64-bit processes cannot communicate with 32-bit processes or libraries.

Running the 32-bit shell maintains all the benefits of having a 64-bit OS underneath, allows the full use of standard 32-bit Windows shell integration, while still allowing you to run both 32-bit and 64-bit applications side-by-side.

Download: Brandon Paddock's blog entry with download
News source: Extended64.com

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