This feature allows users to run 16-bit applications on 32-bit computers. However, the feature is not available on Windows 11 and other 64-bit versions like Windows RT and Windows 10 IoT Core.

It is, though, important to know whether you are running a 64-bit or 32-bit version of Windows when performing certain tasks on your computer.

64-bit Windows 10 no longer supports 16-bit applications. Some older software depends on old Windows libraries that are no longer included with Windows 10.

64-bit computing is replacing 32-bit, mainly because 64-bit enables faster hardware and software. Here's the rundown on the ongoing 32-bit vs. 64-bit debate.

If you want to know if an installed software or program is 32-bit or 64-bit, then 1 of these 4 tricks will tell you if it is a 32-bit or 64-bit app.

Not sure if your installed version of Windows is 32-bit or 64-bit? One quick way to tell is by looking at information about your operating system installation in Control Panel.