I'm getting mixed signals about my operating system. When I check the settings under 'system' and then 'about', it shows that my processor is x64. However, when I run msinfo32, it indicates x86. Can anyone clarify which is correct? If it turns out I'm actually using x64, how can I upgrade my Windows 10 to the 64-bit version? Thanks in advance!
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It sounds like your CPU is actually x64 because most modern processors are. The x86 designation you're seeing in msinfo32 usually refers to the operating system type rather than the CPU itself. Just remember that the term 'x86' often refers to 32-bit systems, while 'x64' is 64-bit. If your goal is to upgrade to a 64-bit version of Windows 10, you'll need to do a clean install from a bootable USB drive. There's a good guide available to help you through that process!
I recommend you double-check your system info. The key detail to look for is the 'System type' entry, which tells you if your OS is 32 or 64-bit. If you are indeed looking to upgrade, you'll want to ensure you have a proper backup and a USB installation drive ready. Here’s a link to a guide that can help you: [check it out](https://rtech.support/windows/). Let me know if you have any other questions!
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