• Windows 64 operating systems are meant to be used with computers that come with either AMDs or Intel's 64-bit processor; technical professionals usually use these types of workstations. These processors differ from the standard 32-bit variety because they can process more RAM (random access memory). 64-bit processors are faster than standard processors because they can process twice as much data as 32-bit processors in the same amount of time. Windows has developed tools specifically for these machines.
  
  

Debugging Tools

• Use this tool to find and correct errors on Windows systems, as well as debug NTSD (Windows NT system debugger), KD (KernelDriver) and CDB (Console Debugger) console systems. This version of the tool also comes with both a console and graphical interface that allows administrators to interact with components or applications, giving them more control options. This version can also be used to debug 32-bit processor computers, and the 64-bit version should be located in the following location: C:\Program Files\Microsoft SDKs\Windows\v7.1\Redist\Debugging Tools. If you do not find it, you can download it from the link in Resources.
  
  

System Update Readiness Tool for Windows 7

• This program is geared toward computers running Windows 7 with an x64 processor that have received update errors during the installation of new software programs. The goal of this tool is to locate inconsistencies within program operation and try to figure out what is causing them. The System Update Readiness tool will scan through files in root directories, memory and registry information, then alert the user when an error has been found. These errors are usually due to the fact that the computer has aged and hardware or software failures or issues have begun to arise. While this tool may be able to fix most errors, it cannot fix them all.
  
  

Malicious Software Removal Tool

• This program scans the computer to look for malicious software (malware) that could be hidden within files, registry data and downloads. It looks for known malware, including Sasser, Blaster and Mydoom. Malware installs itself on a computer and captures pieces of information about the user, including Internet searches, setting preferences and, in some cases, passwords. You can use the Malicious Software Removal Tool with computers that have the x64 processor and are running Windows 2000, Server 2003, Vista, 7 or XP. This program can only be run once a month. There's an online version available, however, which can be run any time. Once the tool detects any type of malware, it deletes it and creates an information log in the "%WINDIR%\debug" folder. The Malicious Software Removal Tool can only be run by an administrator.