The Windows 10 operating system comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. It is important to know which version you are using to ensure compatibility with your hardware and software. This article will explain how to identify which version of Windows 10 you have installed and how to determine if your computer meets the system requirements for either version.
Identifying 32 or 64 bit Windows 10
The easiest way to tell if your computer is running a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows 10 is to open the System Information utility. To do this, open the Start menu and type “System Information” in the search bar. When the utility opens, look for the System Type entry. If it reads “x86-based PC”, then you have a 32-bit version of Windows 10 installed. If it reads “x64-based PC”, then you have a 64-bit version of Windows 10 installed.
Determining System Requirements
To determine if your computer meets the system requirements for either the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows 10, open the System Information utility as explained above. Look for the Processor entry. If it reads “Intel Pentium 4 or later” or “AMD Athlon 64 or later”, then your computer meets the system requirements for the 32-bit version of Windows 10. If it reads “Intel Itanium 2 or later” or “AMD Opteron or later”, then your computer meets the system requirements for the 64-bit version of Windows 10.
In conclusion, it is important to know which version of Windows 10 you are using in order to ensure compatibility with your hardware and software. To do this, open the System Information utility and look for the System Type entry to determine if you have a 32-bit or 64-bit version installed. To determine if your computer meets the system requirements for either version, look for the Processor entry. With this information, you can be sure that you are using the version of Windows 10 that is compatible with your computer.
