Non-English Windows?

[TCook]

Hello All,

I have an internationalization question:

How can one tell what language version of Windows is installed on a user's
desktop?

I know that I'm using the English version of Windows and I know that Windows
comes in different languages. However, when I right click 'My Computer',
select 'Properties', there is no mention of the language version.

Thanks,

TC

 

[Bruce Chambers]

Hello All,

I have an internationalization question:

How can one tell what language version of Windows is installed on a user's
desktop?

I know that I'm using the English version of Windows and I know that Windows
comes in different languages. However, when I right click 'My Computer',
select 'Properties', there is no mention of the language version.

Thanks,

TC

You can't tell what the language is by looking at it?

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[Detlev Dreyer]

How can one tell what language version of Windows is installed on a
user's desktop?

That depends on the installation type (MUI or similar add-on).

I know that I'm using the English version of Windows and I know that
Windows comes in different languages. However, when I right click 'My
Computer', select 'Properties', there is no mention of the language
version.

Check the file properties of "Kernel32.dll" (Language). Or type at
the command prompt: netsh diag show os /v

"OSLanguage = 1031" stands for German (Standard), for instance.
"1033" stands for English (US). See also this table of Locale IDs:

"How to set the ASP Locale ID per the browser's language settings"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/229690/en-us

 

[Paul Johnson]

How can one tell what language version of Windows is installed on a user's
desktop?

You need to have someone who can identify written language to take a look at
the user's screen and tell you what language the user interface is in. )