Just wanna correct this statement. If not that could be the problem also…If you did have 64 bit installed on your computer previously and have installed 32 bit now you will notice the computer slow down but not like a turtle. That I have installed windows 32 bit or that my laptop is 64bit.

Such an interesting topic. Earlier versions of Windows. So I wrote a simple vbscript to determine whether I have a 32 bit or a 64 bit windows. What does 64 processor mean? That I have installed windows 32 bit or that my laptop is 64bit. If i were to install XP 32bit OS, the system will run at 32bit standard? Rebel Galaxy Outlaw. Pretty much everything is compatible with 64bit now. Processors are bolted on the motherboard only a miracle will alter them. How to know it is X64 or 32 bit before i formatted any failure computer?

I hope this helped. Argentina - Español. P, and No for Hardware Virtualization, so when i installed Windows 10 for 32 bit, i should have installed the 64 Bit one? What operating system do I have? Luxembourg - Français. Hope you enjoy my website and learn everything you need to know in an easy to understand way.. If you cannot see all the pretty icons press on the link to view the control panel in classic view. México - Español.

Eesti - Eesti. Have you seen it? On my laptop I have a 64 bit Operating system installed because the laptop has a bit processor. During installation process I was prompted to choose between 32 bit and 64 bit. Colombia - Español. What does 64 processor mean? If your computer has a 64 bit processor you can install 64bit windows and other software… If you have a 32bit processor you cannot install 64bit software… If you have a 64 bit processor you can still use 32bit software. Thank you for this.

Canada - Français. I thought about making repair disks and trying them on the old hard drive but probably not much use huh? Sorry for my previous comment. Nice little tool! How can I change it to 64bit? I love the internet. This thread is locked. In reply to Colin-Petersen's post on August 4, Just say you cannot get into your computer and you want to know if you should format your computer using a 32bit or a 64bit operating system?

On my laptop I have a 64 bit Operating system installed because the laptop has a bit processor. Which version of Windows should I install: the bit version or the bit version? This thread is locked. It is the brain of the computer because it processes all of the information and data. United Kingdom - English. If lm is found in the output, then the CPU is bit. Also the average user has no idea what the difference is between a 32 bit operating system and a 64 bit so I will show you how to find out which one is running on your computer. Your computer is capable of 64 bit, but you are effectively 32 bit due to Windows being 32 bit.

I assumed this would show the proper OS bit. Yes No. Is it possible to go back to Windows 7 and then install 64? The screen shot above shows a 64 bit operating system which means I also have a 64 bit processor to allow this. All Products. Srbija - Srpski. In the Microsoft download centre there are downloads for the various versions of Windows 7 including a 32bit and a 64 bit version for the Home Premium versions. But I downloaded windows 7 Home Premium bit now does it works in my computer….? I tried the newest and biggest SpyBot recently, and it jammed it all up.

Your answer was perfect! Using the uname command , you can determine if your Linux kernel is bit or bit by running the command below. Another great post!!! Paraguay - Español. This confused me at times because i was pretty sure it was Jack Buckley. I stated this because by doing your step in going through all programs process in there it showed 32 bit. I assumed this would show the proper OS bit. An AMD 64 bit processor supports both 32 bit and 64 bit operating systems.

But i asked that before installation. Polska - Polski. Hint:I have windows 7 installation DVD that i have borrowed from my friend. For you, here it is. But I downloaded windows 7 Home Premium bit now does it works in my computer….? If you are wondering if your computer is a 32bit or 64bit then read on further down the page. Mine still says 64 bit OS. Is it possible to go back to Windows 7 and then install 64?

Nothing conflicts. That I have installed windows 32 bit or that my laptop is 64bit. Hi there Missael A bad install could make your computer slower. Select the About This Mac option in the Apple menu. Conan Exiles Isle of Siptah. Schweiz - Deutsch. Deutschland - Deutsch. Uruguay - Español.

On the macOS, click the Apple icon in the menu bar. To determine if the version of Windows on your computer is bit or bit, choose your version and follow the steps. Windows XP Go to the start menu. I hope this helped. I have even tried running the x86 version of ie8 that is installed and it does not work then either, so there is some validity to the request of how to go back to a 32bit from a 64bit. There are no bit versions of these operating systems. Schweiz - Deutsch. Hrvatska - Hrvatski.

You can also type winmsd. To determine if the version of Windows on your computer is bit or bit, choose your version and follow the steps. Well this saved a lot of time. About Me Hi guys my name is Mitz. Nederland - Nederlands. What are all my computer components? You do not need to use it if you do not have a website. Regards, Jack.

I assumed this would show the proper OS bit. Srbija - Srpski. Sometimes the information is there. All updated daily. Lets start with some computer basics : What is a processor? Great crash course introduction. Thank you for this. United Kingdom - English. I just formatted my HD and reinstalled xp sp3…..

Windows 8 and Thanks a bunch. WHAT A…. An operating system is the software you install on your computer that allows you to operate the computer. Colombia - Español. Hi Colin,. Thank you for this. Select the About This Mac option in the Apple menu. Just wanna correct this statement.

It looks different but the information result is the same. Another great post!!! Processors are bolted on the motherboard only a miracle will alter them. If you have a 64 bit processor it would probably be reasonably fast as this is a new technology. Tell us what we can do to improve the article Submit. After a lot of research and searching on the net I found that the reason was the software was designed for a 32 bit operating system and I now have a 64 bit system. I am a computer GEEK and love everything about computers. Deutschland - Deutsch. So just a tip for those and who might try the other step first and be misled. Is the computer running ok?

I could download the file in 32 bit version or 64 bit version, depending on which one suited my operating system. Srbija - Srpski. Mine still says 64 bit OS. This confused me at times because i was pretty sure it was Watch Dogs Legion. About Me Hi guys my name is Mitz. Indonesia Bahasa - Bahasa. Here are answers to some common questions about the bit and bit versions of Windows. The associated value, in the Value column, will tell you which type of CPU the computer has in it.

I just followed your steps and figured out my OS is 32 bit thank you for sharing. That is no my question. CPU help and support. In Windows Vista you can find out the same way. Was this page useful? Danmark - Dansk. Halo 3 ODST. BTW if you have 4 gigs of ram or less do not bother changing to 64bit, it will do no good and actually slow you down. Two views for basic and advanced details and a view for editing your computer details. Was this information helpful?

Is the computer running ok? Join the discussion Ask the community. Below is an example output of the above line with lm in the information. Below are the steps to determine the processor type for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Mine is OS 32bit and I am happy with it…. Sorry for my previous comment. What operating system do I have? Go to control panel by going to the start menu in the bottom left corner. You need a 64 bit system to install 64 bit software.

You have 32bit software installed on 64bit hardware. United Kingdom - English. Keep on posting! No it will not. Lets start with some computer basics :. BTW if you have 4 gigs of ram or less do not bother changing to 64bit, it will do no good and actually slow you down. I just followed your steps and figured out my OS is 32 bit thank you for sharing. I am looking for xp from many days but could not find any usable info, but yours is awesome! You will see all the details in front of you. I have Windows 7 home premium 64bit.

Two views for basic and advanced details and a view for editing your computer details. I stated this because by doing your step in going through all programs process in there it showed 32 bit. I could download the file in 32 bit version or 64 bit version, depending on which one suited my operating system. Paraguay - Español. Is there a way to find what OS I am using so I can get a recovery disc? Genshin Impact. In reply to Colin-Petersen's post on August 4, If you are going to install 32bit Windows then you will need 32 bit software too…If you install 64 bit Windows it will run faster as that is what it is made for. Live the Life.

Chile - Español. Just wanna correct this statement. Show all. I wanna know if 32bit programs Install faster on a 64bit operating system. The windows shows what kind of windows I installed or witch kind of operating system he has. Nice article on 32 bit and 64 bit processors. Click on control panel in the menu. I purchased a new hard drive and am getting ready to order recovery disk.

If you are running a 64 bit operating system then we must presume you have a 64 bit processor as well. Your opinion in this would be appreciated. Is the computer running ok? Well this saved a lot of time. Danmark - Dansk. The bigger your processor, the faster your computer performs your tasks. België - Nederlands. Belgique - Français. Cancel Get Started.

Also a downloaded version of Windows, is this from Microsoft? TGhis leaves me in a big quandry because I cannot access any of the projects I have built that are in the computer. Halo 3 ODST. But why does the sticker on my computer say AMD Athlon 64 processor? Hi Colin,. I have been through that hassle too Ana…My nephew bought a Mac and needed urgent help… Believe it or not I had an apple computer years ago when they had green writing on the screen…. Earlier versions of Windows. Also the average user has no idea what the difference is between a 32 bit operating system and a 64 bit so I will show you how to find out which one is running on your computer.

WHAT A…. Suomi - Suomi. Want to use System Requirements Lab on your site? If the processor area mentioned a 64 or AMD64 then this means you have a 64 bit processor. Windows is an operating system. Hi, my system is Windows XP bit. Aragami: Nightfall. The information will be there. What operating system do I have and is 32 bit or 64 bit?

Argentina - Español. Costa Rica - Español. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw. That I have installed windows 32 bit or that my laptop is 64bit. On the macOS, click the Apple icon in the menu bar. You can clean install format 64bit directly. Danmark - Dansk. Here are answers to some common questions about the bit and bit versions of Windows. Here you can see what operating system you have. Is it possible to go back to Windows 7 and then install 64?

You can clean install format 64bit directly. Yes No. Nice little tool! These methods say my processor is 32 bit. All updated daily. México - Español. What Operating system do I have? Earlier versions of Windows.

Windows operating systems, from Windows 95 to Windows , are all bit. Another great post!!! I stumbled across this dilemma when I needed to download a free file from the Microsoft website and was presented with two choices for my download. Determine if using bit or bit version of Windows Apple macOS. You can clean install format 64bit directly. I have a 64bit and the program for my class only runs with 32bit. If you want to find out what operating system you have then this is very simple. However, bit processors can run either the bit or bit versions.

There is no point getting 32bit software as 64bit is better. I am a computer GEEK and love everything about computers. I will be getting a 64bit processor system. Earlier versions of Windows. How satisfied are you with this response? If this is the case you cannot use the pc until you clear the bios security check. Hope you enjoy my website and learn everything you need to know in an easy to understand way.. Windows XP Go to the start menu. Yes No.

What about looking on the sticker COA certificate of Authenticity to see what it says. Bosna i Hercegovina - Hrvatski. Going Under. Here are answers to some common questions about the bit and bit versions of Windows. Hi Colin, This means that even though you have a processor that is 64 bit, your Windows is 32 bit. You do not need to use it if you do not have a website. How can I send a fax from my system? Just a note on your first or second step by going through control panel and system. There are no bit versions of these operating systems. Your feedback will help us improve the support experience.

Eesti - Eesti. I have Windows 7 home premium 64bit. Malaysia - English. Hey Mitz, Another great post!!! If I have a 32bit or 64bit processor. Select Product Version. A 64 bit operating system is an operating system such as Windows XP or Windows Vista , that has been purposely developed for a computer with a 64 bit processor. Thank you very much.

Was this page useful? Malaysia - English. Nice post, And I love that you are using commentluv. On the macOS, click the Apple icon in the menu bar. The above screen shot shows Windows vista and the below shot is Windows XP. New Zealand - English. A Vista 64 bit operating system does not support any 32 bit software. Is the computer running ok? Cecie live.