{SOLVED} Upgrading from 32 bit to 64 bit {SOLVED}

Hello, i want to upgrade my pc from 32 bit to 64 bit.
I know that i have to do a clean install but i was wondering if my registry entries from 32 bit would work on 64 bit system.
I was also wondering if 32 bit software (not drivers) would work on 64 bit systems if i installed them to any directory in the entire pc. Not in the program files x86.
Please Help!
Thanks
Answer #1
i’m no expert so sorry if wrong… about registry entries i think it wont do because of different directory of 32bit and 64bit…
about the software, most software can run in both windows, but some u need to buy/download the specific type (32bit or 64bit) e.g. AutoCAD 2012 32 bit and 64 bit… for most games u can run it in both windows (never get a problem with game myself)… and yes u can install anywhere u want…
EDIT: and sometimes u still get folders in program files x84 even if u install in other directory that because for the system of the software
Answer #2
on 64bit, some registry entries go to
HKEY\Local Machine\Software\Wow6432node\
instead of just under
HKEY\Local Machine\Software\
Otherwise, it’s the same.
Answer #3
Thank you so much for your answers. I felt the need to upgrade and its good to clear out all these problems.
I am going to add solved tag but if anyone would like to add anything, feel free.
Answer #4
You’re welcome… X64 is great imo, I used it for 3 years now without problems… And it’s better u have 4GB RAM or more for optimal function…
Answer #5
I love x64 its 100times better that 32 bit everything should be 64 bit from now no