Apr 23, 2010
Display Windows Current Version and Build on the Desktop
Although you may know the version of Windows you are running on your computer such as XP, Vista, or 7, each version of Windows is further broken down into builds. These builds are kind of like mini-versions of the operating system. Knowing which build of Windows you are running can help you troubleshoot errors, download the correct drivers for a device, and ensure that you have the latest and most secure version of Windows available

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Display Windows Current Version and Build on the Desktop