Buzz
This guide elucidates on determining whether your computer/server operates on a 32-bit or 64-bit version of an MS Windows Operating System.
Procedures
Verifying Windows 7/Vista/Server 2008/R2
Execute the following instructions on your computer:
- Click the Start Button.
- Enter 'System' in the Start Search box.
- Choose 'System' from the Programs list.
Review the outcomes. Within the 'System' window, it will indicate either '32-bit Operating System' or '64-bit Operating System'.
Verification for Windows XP/2000/Server 2003
Press the WIN+R keys (Windows key and R). Input the following: sysdm.cpl and select OK.
Tap on 'System Summary': Beneath 'System Type,' it will either display 'x86' for a 32-bit Windows version or 'EM64T' for a 64-bit Windows version.
Verification for Windows 10
Input in the 'Control Panel' search field.
Tap on 'Control Panel'. Then, press 'System & Security'. Click on 'System' and review the outcomes.
Verification for Windows 11
Access the Windows Settings page. Access Windows Settings by pressing Win+I on your keyboard, and the System page will be displayed first by default.
Select and examine About. Scroll to About at the bottom of System. Click it to view the details in System type.
Verification for Mac OS X
Open Terminal app (located in Applications/Utilities)
Enter the following: 'uname -a' in the command line.
- Note: avoid using quotes. They are used here for emphasis.
- Note: ensure there's a space between 'uname' and '-a'.
Review the output. The terminal will exhibit two lines of text. Towards the end of the second line, you'll encounter phrases such as:
- RELEASE_I386 i386 ; the most recent 'i386' indicates you're using a 32-bit kernel
- RELEASE_X86_64 x86_64 ; the most recent 'x86_64' indicates you're using a 64-bit kernel
