What Kind of Computer Do I Have?

If you have ever had a problem with your computer, you've probably spoken to a technician who has asked you what kind of computer you have. With a scared deer-in-the-headlights look, you shrug your shoulders and simply hand them the computer. How does one find out what kind of computer you have? Do people really memorize their processor and RAM? How you find out your computer's specifications depends on the kind of computer you have, obviously, but it is generally a very straightforward process.

If you have a Mac, click on the Apple logo in the top left-hand corner of your screen. "About this Mac" will be the first option on the drop-down menu that you get. Simply click on that and a small window will pop up telling you your processor, RAM, and what version of the operating system you have. If you click on the "More Info" button, then you will get all of your computers specifications. This can come in handy if someone needs to figure out when your computer was made.

If you have a PC, click on the Windows button in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen. You will see the word "Computer" on the right-hand side of the pop-up menu. Right click on that and select "Properties." This will pop up a screen that will give you similar information to what the Mac version shows you as well.

Practical Tip of the Day:
On the Mac, if you click on the words "version 10.[x.x]" you will notice that the words change to "Build [XXXXXXX]", and if you click again it will change to your computers serial number. This is the easiest way to find this information out. If you ever seek warranty work on your Mac, you will need to know this information.