title: What does 128-bit OS mean to a software developer?
body: <p><a href="http://www.pcpro.co.uk/news/enterprise/352270/microsoft-leaks-details-of-windows-8-and-windows-9" rel="noreferrer">Microsoft is planning to make Windows 8 an 128-bit operating system.</a> </p>
  
  <p>I have always used 32-bit machines. I know 64-bit are common as well but I never went into details to understand how does it help a developer or in general. So my question is -
   What does 128-bit OS mean to a software developer?</p>
  
  <p>UPDATE</p>
  
  <p>I asked about this in general. It doesn't matter if it is a hoax or whatever.</p>