processor-architecture

ARM vs X86 : How to make a choice ?

I have recently seen 32 bit ARM processors. I wonder why we can't construct a desktop computer using it. In that case how it differ from X86 ? Do the ARM architecture consume less power ..is it the reason of using them in embedded systems ? Why do we have two (ARM and X86) processor architectures ? Why do we generally use ARM architec...

How to choose processor architecture to install an MSI with Delphi

Good news: A major release is in the bag! Bad news: I just found out (2 weeks too late) that some people don't have MSXML 6 on their machines and the new installer we're rolling out requires it. Good news: We can distribute an MSI file to install MSXML Bad news: There are three MSI files to choose from, one 'normal' one, one endin...

How to manage development of PowerShell snap-ins with x86 and x64 versions

I am currently writing a PowerShell snapin that has specific dependencies on mixed-mode assemblies (assemblies containing native code) that specifically target x64 or x86. I have both versions of the dependent assembly, but I am wondering how best to manage the build and deployment of this snapin, specifically: Is it necessary to have ...