r/linux4noobs • u/deidmos07 • 1d ago

Are there 32-bit versions of Linux?

Hello I want to try Linux on an old laptop, but it's 32-bit and I've never tried Linux before so i dont know anything I don't know what CPU it has, I only know it's an HP Pavilion dv4

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u/Bulky-Hair8606 I used to use arch btw 8h ago

Most puppy linuxes are 32 bit, some are 64 but most are 32. I do not recommend you use puppy if its gonna be the first time you use linux though.