1. Operating System
The first step in discovering the technical specifications of your computer is to identify the operating system. This can be found by clicking on the Start button (for Windows) or the Apple logo (for Mac) in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. Then click on the settings icon or the preferences icon, which will display the operating system version along with the architecture type (32-bit or 64-bit).
2. Processor
The next specification is the processor, which is essentially the brain of the computer. To determine this specification, open the task manager on Windows or the activity monitor on Mac. On Windows, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete, and then click on the task manager. The processor information is displayed under the performance tab. For Mac, click on the spotlight icon in the top right corner and search for activity monitor. Then click on the CPU tab, which will show the processor type and speed.
3. RAM
Random Access Memory (RAM) is responsible for temporarily storing data that the computer is currently using. The amount of RAM affects the performance of the computer. To check the amount of RAM installed, open the system information window. On Windows, click on the Start button and search for system information. On Mac, click the Apple logo in the top left corner, and then select About This Mac. The amount of RAM will be displayed there.
4. Storage
The storage on a computer is where all the files and data are stored. To determine the amount of storage on your computer, open the file explorer on Windows or the finder on Mac. On Windows, click on the This PC option, which will show all of the disk drives and their capacities. On Mac, click on the finder and select the This Mac option to show the storage.
5. Graphics Card
The graphics card, also known as a video card or GPU, is responsible for displaying images on the computer screen. To check the graphics card on your computer, open the device manager on Windows or the system report on Mac. On Windows, search for device manager and click on the display adapters option. The graphics card name and model will be displayed there. On Mac, click on the Apple logo, select About This Mac, and then click on System Report. Under the Hardware tab, select Graphics/Displays to see the graphics card details.
By following the above steps, you can identify all the essential technical specifications of your computer. It is important to note that these specifications may vary depending on the age and model of the computer. Keeping track of these specifications can help you to make informed decisions about upgrades, and ensure compatibility when installing new software or hardware.