The only way to know for sure if your computer is able to run a certain program is to review the system requirements of that program. Most programs list the minimum and/or recommended system requirements on their website or in their documentation. System requirements usually include processor type, speed and number of cores, amount of RAM, available storage, operating system, graphics card, etc. To make sure your computer can run the program, check that each of the system requirements listed are met or exceeded by what your computer has installed.
To find out the specifications of your computer you can use the “System Information” utility in Windows or the “About this Mac” option in macOS. Here, you can find the type of processor, amount of RAM installed, amount of storage space, version of the operating system, model of the graphics card, etc. Once you have all this information, compare it to the program’s requirements. If your computer meets or exceeds all of the requirements, then it should be able to run that particular program successfully.
If you find that your computer doesn’t meet all of the program’s system requirements, you might be able to upgrade your computer’s hardware to make it compatible with the program. Some components, like processors and RAM, are easier to upgrade than others. However, some components, like the graphics card, may require you to replace the entire computer for compatibility.
In some cases, you may be able to get away with running the program on an older or lower-spec computer if the program doesn’t require cutting-edge hardware to run properly. In order to do this, you may need to experiment with reducing the graphical settings, disabling certain features, or altering the configuration of the program itself.
Ultimately, the only sure way to know if your computer is able to run a certain program is to compare its system specs with the program’s system requirements. If they match up or if you’re able to make necessary upgrades or tweaks, then you should be able to run that program without any significant issues.