[CentOS] x86_32->x86_64 Possible?

Tue Jun 20 01:04:44 UTC 2006
karl at klxsystems.net <karl at klxsystems.net>

So, that said, is it possible to upgrade x86_32bit to x86_64bit, or is it
better to start fresh?

Boss just asked last week if I could do it, and I declined and just asked
that the machine be wiped and made fresh...

-karl


>> In other words - convert an i386 to ia64.  I don't care
>> about the applications, just the kernel.
>
> Actually, it'd be converting i386 to x86_64. Converting from i386 to
> ia64 is one HELL of an upgrade. It's technically possible, but it'd be
> a world of pain. Far easier to reinstall.
>
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