How can I determine the Windows version from a VB 6 app?

Question

I want to detect any Windows versions from 95 to Win 7.

I also would like to display if the OS is 32-bit or 64-bit.

That\'s it; it\'s that simple. :) What co

Answer 1

Here is a very simple method I use to determine 32 vs. 64 bit operating system:

OSBits = IIf(Len(Environ$("PROGRAMFILES(X86)")) > 0, 64, 32)

In 64-bit Windows, the OS sets the environment variable "PROGRAMFILES(X86)" but it doesn't on 32-bit systems. It hasn't failed me yet...