Steam on Linux is going 64-bit as Valve leans harder on the platform
A recent Steam Client Beta update brought the program into the 64-bit era on Linux. The native Linux version of the massively popular gaming client is now a 64-bit application, which means it gains access to a few significant enhancements and, hopefully, a more reliable software experience. Read Entire Article
Valve is expanding the reach of its Steam client by transitioning it to a 64-bit version on Linux platforms, enhancing the gaming experience for users. The recent Steam Client Beta update introduced 64-bit compatibility to the native Linux version, which previously ran as a 32-bit application. This change provides various benefits, including expanded memory access and improved software security.
However, users must still supply 32-bit libraries and graphics drivers for compatibility. Valve's decision to go 64-bit for Linux is driven by the platform's growing significance in gaming, as Valve's hardware devices and the SteamOS operating system rely heavily on Steam.
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