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A 64-bit OS can still run 32-bit apps. It just can't run on a 32-bit processor.

Honestly, I'd wait. I think SL *will* be Core 2 and above only.

No way, Apple wouldn't drop the intel 32 bit clan overnight, my CD iMac will run SL or I will fly to California and demand some answers from Infinite Loop.
 
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