Question: What Operating System Does This Computer Have?
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Select the Start button > Settings > System > About . Under Device specifications > System type, see if you’re running a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows. Under Windows specifications, check which edition and version of Windows your device is running.

How do I find out what operating system is on my computer?

Click the Start or Windows button (usually in the lower-left corner of your computer screen). Click Settings.
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  1. While on the Start screen, type computer.
  2. Right-click the computer icon. If using touch, press and hold on computer icon.
  3. Click or tap Properties. Under Windows edition, the Windows version is shown.

What operating system is Windows using now?

It now consists of three operating system subfamilies that are released almost at the same time and share the same kernel: Windows: The operating system for mainstream personal computers, tablets and smartphones. The latest version is Windows 10.

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