Are you aware of the version of Windows you are running? In the majority of cases, you have no reason to care. However, say you are trying to upgrade your system or use a program that demands a specific version, you have to know.
Luckily, every version of Windows lets you check the current version in a few ways. Here are the easiest ways to check exactly which version of Windows you have in Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows 8.
How to check which version of Windows you have?
This method will work in every version of Windows. The only difference between them is where the Search feature is; in Windows 10 and 8 it’ll be in the Start menu on the left side of the toolbar, and in Windows 11 it’ll be the magnifying glass icon in the middle of the toolbar.
1. Open the search menu.
2. Type “winver” in the search box and press Enter.
You should see the About Windows box with your Windows version information appear.
If you want to know more than just what version of Windows you have, you can open another menu to find your PC’s exact CPU type, ID number, and more.
In Windows 11 and Windows 10
1. Click the Start icon, and then select the Settings option.
2. In the Settings menu, select System.
3. On the System page, and click About. This will be the last option at the bottom of the System page.
You’ll see a page filled with information about your PC. This will include your PC’s current name, what kind of CPU you have, your RAM, and your device’s ID numbers.
In Windows 8
1. Press the Windows key + I on your keyboard to open the Settings menu.
2. In Settings, click Change PC settings.
3. Click PC and devices, and then click PC info.
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