How to Check Your Windows Version

Checking Your Windows Version

Knowing your Windows version is helpful when troubleshooting problems or checking if your computer can run certain software.

Quick Method: Winver

The fastest way to check your Windows version:

• Press Windows key + R
• Type winver
• Press Enter

A window will appear showing:

• Windows edition (Home, Pro, Enterprise)
• Version number (like 22H2)
• OS build number

Using Settings

For more detailed information:

• Press Windows key + I to open Settings
• Click System
• Scroll down and click About

This shows:

• Windows edition
• Version
• OS build
• System type (64-bit or 32-bit)
• Processor information
• RAM amount

Understanding Version Numbers

Windows Editions

• Windows 11 Home: For personal use
• Windows 11 Pro: For business, includes extra security features
• Windows 10 Home/Pro: Previous version, still supported

Version Numbers

The version (like 22H2) tells you when your Windows was last updated:

• 22H2 means the second half of 2022
• 23H2 means the second half of 2023
• 24H2 means the second half of 2024

Higher numbers are newer and generally more secure.

Checking If Windows Is Up to Date

• Open Settings (Windows key + I)
• Click Windows Update
• Click Check for updates

If updates are available, install them. Your computer may need to restart.

Windows 10 vs Windows 11

How to tell which you have:

Windows 11

• Centred taskbar (by default)
• Rounded corners on windows
• New Start menu design
• Released late 2021

Windows 10

• Left-aligned taskbar
• Square window corners
• Tiles in Start menu
• Released 2015

Is Your Windows Still Supported?

Microsoft stops supporting old versions eventually:

Windows 11

• Currently fully supported
• Version 21H2 support ended October 2023
• Keep your version current for security

Windows 10

• Mainstream support ends October 2025
• After this date, security updates will stop
• Plan to upgrade to Windows 11 before then

Checking If You Can Upgrade

To see if your computer can run Windows 11:

• Search for PC Health Check in the Start menu
• Run the app
• It will tell you if your PC meets Windows 11 requirements

If the app is not installed, download it from Microsoft.

When to Contact IT

Contact helpdesk@netlumait.com.au if:

• You are running an old, unsupported Windows version
• You need help upgrading to Windows 11
• You are unsure if your version is appropriate for your work
• Software you need requires a different Windows version

Need Help?

For questions about your Windows version, contact helpdesk@netlumait.com.au or call 1300 521 162.