Do I have 64 bit or 32 bit XP?

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#1 jed-at-war
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I am pretty sure I have 32 bit because I think the 64 bit says so. I would like to know how I can tell though. I only have 2GB, so I cannot check based upon RAM.
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#2 cloud8900
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Method 1

1.Click Start, click Run, type sysdm.cpl, and then click OK.2.Click the General tab. The operating system appears as follows: For a 64-bit version operating system: Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Version < Year> appears under System. For a 32-bit version operating system: Microsoft Windows XP Professional Version< Year> appears under System. Note is a placeholder for a year.Method 2

Method 2

1.Click Start, click Run, type winmsd.exe, and then click OK.2.In the details pane, locate Processor under Item. Note the value. If the value that corresponds to Processor starts with x86, the computer is running a 32-bit version of the Windows operating system.•If the value that corresponds to Processor starts with ia64 or AMD64, the computer is running a 64-bit version of the Windows operating system.