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How do I check what windows I have?

Published in Windows Operating System 3 mins read

There are several ways to check which version of Windows you are running. Here are a few methods:

Method 1: Using the Settings App

This is the most straightforward way for modern versions of Windows.

  1. Click the Start button (the Windows icon usually in the lower-left corner of your screen).
  2. Click the Settings icon (it looks like a gear). You can also search for "Settings" in the Start menu.
  3. Click on System.
  4. Scroll down to About (usually at the bottom of the left-hand menu or the About options on the right panel if you are already in System).
  5. Under "Windows specifications," you will find the Edition of Windows (e.g., Windows 11 Home, Windows 10 Pro). You'll also see the Version and OS build numbers, which provide more specific information about your installation.

Method 2: Using the Run Command (Winver)

This method works across many versions of Windows.

  1. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type winver (without quotes) and press Enter.
  3. A window will appear displaying the Windows version and build information.

Method 3: Using System Information (msinfo32)

This method provides a wealth of information about your system, including the operating system version.

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type msinfo32 (without quotes) and press Enter.
  3. The System Information window will open. On the left-hand pane, make sure "System Summary" is selected.
  4. On the right-hand pane, look for "OS Name" and "Version." These lines will tell you the Windows edition and version number.

Method 4: Using the Command Prompt (cmd)

This method uses the command line interface to display the Windows version.

  1. Click the Start button.
  2. Type cmd or command prompt and press Enter.
  3. In the Command Prompt window, type systeminfo and press Enter.
  4. The system will display a lot of information. Look for the lines "OS Name" and "OS Version" to find your Windows version details. This method takes a little longer, as the command needs to retrieve the information.

These methods will allow you to quickly and easily check what version of Windows you are using. This information is useful for troubleshooting, installing software, and ensuring compatibility with hardware.

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