Which Apple Apps Are 64 Bit?

All computer operating systems are moving from 32-bit computing to 64-bit computing. Applications with 64-bit code run faster and perform better than 32-bit applications. Mac OS X is in the process of transitioning to 64-bit technology. Apple transitioned most of its system applications to 64-bit code for the release of Snow Leopard, version 10.6 of the Mac operating system.SafariThe Apple Web browser, Safari, is a system application in Mac OS X. Apple rewrote Safari in 64-bit code for Snow Leopard. In addition to general performance improvements, the 64-bit code increases the JavaScript engine performance by up to 50 percent, according to Apple.FinderMac OS X users open applications and manage files through the Finder. With the release of Snow Leopard, the Finder was rewritten in 64-bit code and now offers faster response times, according to Apple.QuickTime XQuickTime X is the Mac OS X system application for playing videos. It also has the ability to record video and audio and convert between video formats. Apple rewrote QuickTime X in 64-bit code for the release of Snow Leopard.MailThe Mac OS X system application for email is called Mail. The Snow Leopard release of the OS X operating system includes a 64-bit Apple Mail.iCalMac users create calendars and schedule events with iCal. Apple rewrote this system application as a 64-bit application for the release of Snow Leopard.iChatThe instant messaging program iChat allows Mac users to communicate with one another in real time. Apple rewrote iChat to take advantage of 64-bit technology with the release of Snow Leopard. References Apple: Mac OS X - New Technologies in Snow Leopard Apple: Mac OS X Snow Leopard - Enhancements and Refinements