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To fully experience the advantages of Firefox 64-bit, follow Mytour's guide to installing Firefox on your PC for efficient web browsing.
Why Use Firefox 64-bit?
While the 32-bit version can run on both Windows 32-bit and 64-bit, Firefox 64-bit is exclusively for Windows 64-bit systems.
The 64-bit version limits support for plugins, with only Flash and Silverlight being supported. If you rely on plugins like Gava or Unity, it's advisable not to update.
In contrast, you won't be limited by the maximum RAM capacity for browsing. If you have more than 4 GB of RAM, Firefox can harness the full power of the RAM, providing smoother web browsing experiences. This translates to being able to browse multiple tabs simultaneously without worrying about RAM consumption.
How to Check Firefox 32-bit or 64-bit Version
There are two basic methods to check if you're using Firefox 32-bit or 64-bit:
Method 1: Check via Command Line
Step 1: Type the command about:support into Firefox's URL bar and press Enter.
Step 2: If it's the 64-bit version, you'll see Win64 or x64 under User Agent.
Conversely, if you see Wow64, it means Firefox is the 32-bit version.
The image shows Firefox as the 32-bit version.
Method 2: Check via Windows Task Manager
Step 1: Press the shortcut keys Ctrl + Shift + Esc or Ctrl + Alt + Del to quickly open the Windows Task Manager on your computer.
Step 2: In the Windows Task Manager, select the Process tab and locate the Firefox application to check the version, which is indicated next to the browser's name.
How to Upgrade to Firefox 64-bit?
Upgrading to Firefox 64-bit is straightforward, but ensure you've backed up all your personal data on Firefox using MozBackup Portable.
Next, download one of the Firefox 64-bit versions below:
Download Firefox 64-bit here. Download Firefox 51.0.1 (64bit)
To upgrade, simply run the Firefox setup wizard, as the browser can automatically upgrade without any additional settings needed.
Additionally, you can also downgrade to 32-bit anytime by following the instructions again. If you're new to Firefox, updating to the latest version on Windows will certainly be beneficial.
Besides Firefox, other browsers like Google Chrome, Cốc Cốc, and Opera now support 64-bit versions, allowing users to fully utilize the power of their operating systems and computers.
To further boost the speed of browsers like Firefox, Mytour previously provided a guide on enabling hardware acceleration in Firefox to enhance the browser's processing capabilities. You can refer to it for the best browsing experience on Firefox.
