For a 32 bit version, a single binary compiled in VS2017 could support XP to 10. For 64 bit, a single binary supports Vista to 10. In my experience, MS doesn't

For a 32 bit version, a single binary compiled in VS2017 could support XP to 10. For 64 bit, a single binary supports Vista to 10. In my experience, MS doesn't say go F yourself. They go to extreme lengths to keep old software working.