Windows (Vista 10 & 11) - Determining 32-Bit or 64-Bit Versions

This document provides directions for determining if you have a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows.
  1. Move your cursor into the bottom left-hand corner of your screen and right-click on the windows icon (Start Menu). This opens the Windows Quick Access menu where you will want to select System.

    Windows 8 - Right click Start button

  2. Move your cursor into the bottom left-hand corner of your screen and right-click on the windows icon (Start Menu). This opens the Windows Quick Access menu where you will want to select System.
  3. Move your cursor into the bottom left-hand corner of your screen and right-click on the windows icon (Start Menu). This opens the Windows Quick Access menu where you will want to select System.

  4. A new window will appear with some information about your computer. Next to the System type entry, you will see if you have a 32-bit or a 64-bit operating system.

    System properties


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Doc ID:
12030
Owned by:
Help Desk KB Team in DoIT Help Desk
Created:
2009-08-24
Updated:
2024-12-12
Sites:
DoIT Help Desk, University of Illinois Unified