How do I find out the version of Windows installed on my computer?

It does not matter why, but it may be necessary to find out which version of the operating system is installed on the computer or what is the width of the buses. The main thing is that it is necessary. There are quite a few ways to learn about the version of the operating system. Some of them are accurate, others are not. Well, let's begin to figure out how to find out the version of Windows. For simplicity of understanding, a small theoretical introduction follows, the most popular operating systems are considered today.

What you need to know

It should be said that the versions (with sufficient experience) can be distinguished even visually. But there are two concepts of this word with reference to computer technology. The first relates to the operating systems themselves. They were improved along with the development of technologies, and the most popular ones will be considered within the framework of the article. The second concept is mutually derived from the first and refers to the digit. The version of the operating system can be 32- and 64-bit. Conditionally, this means how many actions occur for one unit of the computer's working time, which is negligible. In general, it should be noted that there are a number of features with which you can determine the version and width of the computer. Perhaps you will notice the differences yourself or you will be able to learn about them in other ways. But in this case we are interested in the exact establishment of data.

Windows XP

How do I find out the version of Windows in this case? Click on the start menu. A window will open, find the "My Computer" button. If you find it, then you really have this version of the operating system. But how to know the bit depth? Right-click on "My Computer" and in the menu that opens, select the "Properties" option. Then the window will open, you need to find the "System" section. In this section, look for the line "x64 Edition". It is located at the top, closer to the right side of the window. If after a detailed inspection to find such words did not work - you can say with certainty that you are the owner of a 32-bit system. If the search was successful, congratulations! You have a 64-bit system. The sequence of such actions determines the Windows XP-version.

Windows 7 or Vista

How do I find out the version of Windows in this case? Again, start with the start. In the window that opens, look for the line "Computer". If you find it, it means that you have this version. Call the "Properties" of the computer. Then in the window that appears, look for the words "System Type". Next to them will be written the bit capacity inherent in your PC. Also, the currently installed operating system of the computer or laptop will be indicated exactly next. Also at the top you can see "Release". Here is the exact version you are using.

Versions of Windows 8 and 8.1

How do you know the version of Windows, and what exactly is this instruction for you? If the initial screen type looks like it was being worked on for touch control - you are the owner of such an operating system. Here, in addition to the bit depth, you must also determine which version of the operating system. With the eighth version, everything is simple: first you need to enter "Computer" on the initial screen, then click on the appeared element with the right mouse button and select "Properties". Next, in the opened window, opposite the "Issue" and "System Type" will be indicated, which is what. If you can not use this advice, then you have a different version of the operating system, which is more suitable for sensor technology.

With version 8.1, it's a little more complicated: move the mouse pointer to the bottom right corner, then up. Click on "Options", then on "Change". Then select "Computer and Devices" and click on "Details". The opened page will indicate the version and bit depth of the operating system.