This is a tad oversimplified, but what those bits refer to is how much data the processor can address or move at the same time. With a 64-bit processor, the chip can handle 64-bits of data at once.

We have seen how to tell if your computer is 32 or 64-bit using Settings. Today we will see how to check Windows 11/10 OS architecture (32-bit or 64-bit) using PowerShell or Command Prompt.

A 64-bit CPU has two main advantages over a 32-bit processor. First, it processes data in packets that are twice the size of what a 32-bit CPU can handle.

It is time to start thinking about 64-bit computing with the 64-bit version of Windows Server on the horizon. Here are the top five benefits it can offer.