Which version of Windows am I using

It is easy to forget which version of Windows you are using. We often use multiple computers with different operating systems.  Most of the time you don’t need to know which version of Windows you are using as most run on very similar frameworks. They are all structured and perform in a similar way.

It is important to know which version of Windows you are using when are installing new hardware or software or following a troubleshooting guide like here at Techsnail.com. We have provided a number of different methods below to identify your Windows edition.

Which Version of Windows am I using?

1. Press the Windows key and R at the same time
2. Type winver into the run box
3. Press Enter
4. Your windows version is displayed

More information on your windows version and operating system in Windows 10

1. Press the Windows key to activate the text box on the taskbar.
2. Type about your PC in the text box on the taskbar and press Enter
3. Information including Windows version is displayed.

More information on your Windows version and operating system in Windows 8

1. Place the mouse in the lower right of the screen
2. Click Change PC Settings
3. Choose PC  and Devices
4. Click Info

More information on your windows version and operating system in Windows 7

1. Press the Windows key to activate the text box on the taskbar.
2. Type computer in the text box on the taskbar and press Enter
3. Right-click Computer and choose Properties
4. Your Windows version will be displayed under Windows edition

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