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HP PCs and Printers - How to check Windows version?

Determine which edition and version of the Windows operating system is on your computer. This information is necessary when installing other software or system updates from HP, such as service packs or BIOS updates.

The Windows edition refers to the name of a major release of Windows.

  • Windows 11

  • Windows 10

The Windows version refers to a type of an edition.

  • .1

  • 64-bit

  • Service Pack 2

Find your Windows version and edition

Follow the steps for your operating system to determine your Windows edition or version.

Find your Windows 11 version and edition

To find the version and edition of the Windows operating system on your computer, follow these instructions.

  1. Right-click Start.

  2. Select Settings > System > About.

    Windows specifications screen

Find your Windows 10 version and edition

To find the version and edition of the Windows operating system on your computer, follow these instructions.

  1. Right-click Start.

  2. Select Settings > System > About.

    Windows 10 About page

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