I think I ordered up a 32-bit LiveCD.
I recall a note to the effect that a 2cpu i686 was recognized,
and a 'bfs' kernel was automatically selected and installed.

I had only expected a run-of-the-mill kernel, and
was planning to see what synaptic had to offer.

I had no plans toward 64bit, since I have no great power needs.
Usually, for me, 64bit choices have resulted in unnecessary problems
with ordinary applications. I try to avoid this.