Windows - Frequently Asked Questions
This document provides answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Windows.
- What version of Windows do I have?
- Is my version of Windows 32-bit or 64-bit?
- What is a file system and what is the difference between NTFS and FAT?
- What is Safe Mode and how do I boot Windows into Safe Mode?
- How do I uninstall a program?
- How do I keep Windows secure from viruses and malware?
- Will my older programs work with newer versions of Windows?
- How to I adjust the system time on a Windows computer?
What version of Windows do I have?
See: Windows - Determining Version
Is my version of Windows 32-bit or 64-bit?
See: Windows (Vista, 7, 8, &10) - Determining 32-bit or 64-bit Versions
What is a file system and what is the difference between NTFS and FAT?
What is Safe Mode and how do I boot Windows into Safe Mode?
See: Windows - Booting into Safe Mode
How do I uninstall a program?
See: Windows 7 & Vista - Uninstalling a Program or Windows XP - Uninstalling a Program
How do I keep Windows secure from viruses and malware?
Because of the number of computers with Windows installed, virus and malware distributors often target Windows in order to have the most effect. Because of this, it is very important that Windows computers be properly secured. This is most easily done by installing the university provided Symantec Endpoint Protection (See Symantec Products - Installation Instructions).
In addition to having a working anti-virus program, Windows computers need to be updated on a regular basis to remain secure. See Windows - Using Windows Update for directions on how to keep Windows up-to-date.
Will my older programs work with newer versions of Windows?
See: Windows 7 - Application Compatibility Issues or Windows Vista - Application Compatibility Issues
How to I adjust the system time on a Windows computer?
See: Windows 7, 8, & Vista - Changing the System Date and Time or Windows 2000/XP - Changing the System Date and Time