Here are the easiest ways to check exactly which version of Windows you have in Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows 8. Quick tip: To upgrade your PC to Windows 11, read our Windows update guide.

Need to know what version of Windows your computer is running, or what components your machine has? Here’s how to locate and decipher your PC’s specifications.

A quick guide on the three ways to determine the version number of the operating system in Windows.

Under the System section, look for the "System type" entry to check whether your PC is running a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows.

There are a variety of methods to find your PC specs in Windows 10, both with standard tools that come with Windows 10 as well as various third-party software solutions.