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Sometimes you need to know which version of Windows system is running on your computer, or which system type (32-bit/64-bit) you’re using. Here’s how you can do this.
To view the version number and the build number
Press the Win key on your keyboard, then type winver and press Enter.
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To view the system type (32/64-bit) of your Windows system:
- Press the Win key on your keyboard, then type msinfo32 and press Enter.
- Check System Type:
- x86-based — 32-bit
- x64-based — 64-bit
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