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Is there a way to update my computer overall to 64 bit?

So is there a way to update my computer overall to a 64 or is my machine (MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2012))going to be gradually more and more obsolete to the point of being unusable?


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Posted on Sep 17, 2019 10:27 AM

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Posted on Sep 17, 2019 10:30 AM

You Mac, as all models for at least a dozen years, is 64 bit. The message you see warning of 32/64 bit compatibility is referring to a specific app on your Mac. If you decide to upgrade to Mac OS 10.15 or higher, that particular app(s) will no longer work.

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Sep 17, 2019 10:53 AM in response to Fredford

Fredford wrote:
Thank you! The innerds and all their functions are not always real clear to me so this is helpful! Thanks for responding!


There are ways to maintain 32-bit compatibility with an external bootable drive. You can clone your current drive and then run it as an external boot volume whenever you need it.

Is there a way to update my computer overall to 64 bit?

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