How do I find out what operating system my computer is using?

You can find out what operating system your computer's using. by doing the following:


 * You can check the design of your computer's Start button and/or the Taskbar.
 *  Windows 98, Windows ME and Windows 2000 
 * Grey rectangle.
 * Grey Taskbar.
 *  Windows XP 
 * Green rectangle with rounded edges.
 * Blue/silver/green Taskbar, depending on your chosen theme.
 *  Windows Vista 
 * Blue circle.
 * Dark taskbar, colours will vary depending on your chosen theme colour.
 * Your computer should have a sticker on the tower, telling you the name of the operating system, providing it hasn't been peeled off.
 * You can always try looking at your system information.
 *  Windows XP 
 * Method 1
 * Click the Start button.
 * Right-click on "My Computer".
 * Click "Properties".
 * Method 2
 * Start button.
 * Click "Run".
 * Type in "dxdiag" and click "ok".
 *  Windows Vista 
 * Method 1
 * Click the Start button.
 * Right-click on "Computer".
 * Click "Properties".
 * Method 2
 * Click the Start button.
 * Type in "dxdiag" and press enter.