Always download software from official or trusted sources. If this is a third-party repack, ensure your antivirus software is active and the package is digitally signed.
A: You downloaded the wrong package. The 64-bit installer explicitly includes _x64 in the filename. Some mirror sites mislabel 32-bit versions. Check file properties → Details → "Target machine" = x64.
Why? Stability. Familiarity. And for many shops running older, high-end workstations or specific printer drivers, it just works.
A: Not officially, but many users report success. Right-click the installer > Properties > Compatibility > Run in Windows 10 mode.