HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Environment
| Data type | Range | Default value |
|---|---|---|
| REG_SZ | Processor type | x86 |
Stores the type of the processors installed on the system.
For Windows 2000, the system always sets the value of this entry to x86. However, this entry remains in the system to anticipate future needs and to maintain compatibility with earlier systems.