Can I install a 1 GB video card and still be able to run Windows Vista?

Original title: need information about my os/graphics card...
Hello! I have a problem with my gfx
I want to buy a new video card in my computer. I am running Windows Vista 32-bit, and here is the 'problem '.
I currently have 3 GB of RAM installed and according to this link: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us Vista is limited to 3.12 GB. If I had to buy a new video card with 1 GB of memory, this memory limit for Windows Vista to use for other programs to 2 GB and Vista would be still able to use the / 3GB for other tasks and then the 1 extra GB for video work?
Thank you!

Video RAM is separate, but some cards also use the system to 'boost' memory capacity.  You cal telll them because they will say memory share as apposed to discreet.

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