It doesn’t matter why, but you may need to find out which version of the operating system is installed on the computer or which bus width. The main thing is that it is necessary. There are quite a few ways to find out about the operating system version. Some of them are accurate, others are not very accurate. Well, let's start figuring out how to find out the version of Windows. For ease of understanding, a short theoretical introduction follows, the most popular operating systems for today are considered.
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 in relation to computer technology. The first relates to the operating systems themselves. They improved along with the development of technology, and within the framework of the article the most popular will be considered. The second concept follows from the first one and refers to bit depth. The version of the operating system can be 32- and 64-bit. Conventionally, this means how many actions occur in one unit of the computer’s working time, which is negligible. In general, it should be noted that there are a number of signs with which you can determine the version and capacity of the computer. Perhaps you yourself will notice the differences or you can learn about them in other ways. But in this case, we are interested in the exact establishment of the data.
Windows XP
How to 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 do you know the bit depth? Right-click on “My Computer” and select the “Properties” option in the action menu that opens. Then a window will open, you need to find the "System" section. In this section, look for the line "Release x64." It is located at the top, closer to the right side of the window. If after a detailed inspection you couldn’t find such words, you can safely say 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 is determined by the Windows XP version.
Windows 7 or Vista
How to find out the version of Windows in this case? Start work again from the start. In the window that opens, look for just the string "Computer". If you find it, it means that you have exactly 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 depth inherent in your PC. Also nearby will be exactly indicated the currently installed operating system of the computer or laptop. Also at the top you can see the “Release”. This is the exact version you are using.
Windows 8 and 8.1 Versions
How to find out the version of Windows, and what exactly is this instruction for you? If the initial type of screen looks like it was designed for touch control - you are the owner of such an operating system. Here, in addition to bit depth, it is also necessary to 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 right-click on the item that appears and select “Properties”. Further, in the window that opens, opposite the "Release" and "Type of system" will be indicated what’s what. If you can’t take this advice, it means that you have a different version of the operating system that is more suited for touch technology.
Version 8.1 is a bit more complicated: you need to move the mouse pointer to the lower right corner, then up. Click on “Options,” then on “Change.” Next, select "Computer and devices" and click on "Information". On the page that opens, the version and bit depth of the operating system will be indicated.