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Имя вашего компьютера определяет его в сети.
Поиск имени вашего компьютера в Windows 10
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Откройте панель управления.
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Щелкните ссылку Система и безопасность > Система.
На странице «Просмотр основных сведений о вашем компьютере» см. полное имя компьютера в разделе Имя компьютера, имя домена и параметры рабочей группы.
Поиск имени вашего компьютера в Windows 8
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Нажмите клавиши Windows+X, чтобы отобразить список команд и параметров.
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Щелкните пункт Система.
Имя компьютера появится в разделе Имя компьютера, имя домена и параметры рабочей группы.
Поиск имени вашего компьютера в Windows 7
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Нажмите кнопку Пуск, щелкните правой кнопкой мыши пункт Компьютер, а затем щелкните пункт Свойства.
Имя компьютера появится в разделе Имя компьютера, имя домена и параметры рабочей группы.
Поиск имени вашего компьютера на компьютере Mac
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Выберите меню Apple > Системные настройки > Общий доступ.
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Самый простой способ узнать имя компьютера — это открыть окно «Свойства системы» и посмотреть там.
Добраться до этого окна можно с помощью горячих клавиш «Win+Pause/Break», либо через контекстное меню (правая клавиша мышки) значка компьютера на рабочем столе («Этот компьютер»), выбрав пункт меню «Свойства».
Более экзотический способ для обычного пользователя — это вызвать встроенное приложение «Сведения о системе» через панель поиска: либо нажать горячие клавиши «Win + S» и набрать в открывшейся панели команду «msinfo32», либо щелкнуть левой клавишей мышки на значке лупы на панели задач и ввести ту же команду в той же панели. В окне «Сведения о системе» имя компьютера будет «скрываться» под псевдонимом «Имя системы».
Last Updated :
22 Jan, 2024
Computer Name as the term itself suggests is the name by which we can identify a particular computer in the presence of other devices and not get confused. It is given to a computer for a very similar reason as a name is given to a person or pet. So that when contacted or given instruction by its name it can respond to it. In this article, we will be learning what is the computer name and its needs, and how we can find our computer name.
What is the Computer’s Name and its Need?
A computer name is a label assigned to a computer or device on a network. It is used to distinguish one computer from another within a networked environment. The computer name is generally assigned to a computer during its setup or configuration process. In different operating systems Computer names are called in different names example: host name or device name.
Now we should know what the need of a computer name and what convenience it provides to us. The most basic use it in a case when our device(computer) is connected to a network, then the name can help in uniquely identifying and addressing a particular computer on a network without getting us confused in the presence of multiple devices.
When troubleshooting network issues, accessing shared resources, or connecting to a computer remotely, knowledge of the computer’s name is essential. The process for finding or setting the computer name can vary depending on the operating system used.
We can observe its importance by observing some details in our daily lives example: When connecting earbuds via blue tooth we open the tooth option in our device and search for the name of the earbuds as there might be multiple blue tooth devices in our surroundings so knowing the right name is important. Similarly, when the hotspot is shared to allow its access through mobile we should know the right name of the computer.
Now you might be curious to know your device name as you know its importance. So let’s move forward to the next topic which is showing the way to find your computer name.
How to Find Computer Name?
Different operating system have different procedures to follow to get to know about Computer name. There will be different steps to follow for different operating system. We have shown for Windows with the help of steps along with screenshots as for other Operating System , the steps are provided , you can just follow them and will get to know your device name.
Find Computer Name For Windows
In windows there are multiple ways to know about device name, out of which some are listed below. So to know about your device name follow any of the given steps and you will be able to find the name of your device.
1. Using Command Prompt
It is one of the most direct way as command prompt is used to give instruction to computer without the need of mouse just through some specific cmd.
- First we have to search for «cmd» in the Start menu.
- Open Command Prompt.
- Type «hostname» and press Enter.
- The command will display your computer name as you can see in above screen shot.
2. Using Control Panel
- Search Control Panel in search bar.
- Go to System and Security.
- Click System option and check under Device specification .
- Name of the computer will be shown.
3. Using Settings App (Windows 10 and 11)
We can also check device name through Stetting. To know about device name through setting follow the steps:
- Open Settings by searching in search bar.
- At home or System of settings, Name of device will be present at top. You can see it in screenshot.
4. Using System Information
- Open System Information (search for «msinfo32 or System Information» in the search bar near start menu).
- In System Summary list computer name will be present as shown in below screenshot.
Find Computer Name for macOS
In macOS operating system two ways for searching name of computer are provided below:
1. Using System Preferences
- Go to Apple menu > System Preferences > Sharing.
- Computer name will be displayed at the top of the Sharing pane.
2. Using Terminal
As terminal is found in every operating system but is called in different name like one other name is command prompt for the same. The command for macOS devise name in terminal is hostname and the steps to find device name using terminal are as follows:
- Open Terminal (found in Applications > Utilities).
- Type «hostname» and press Enter.
- The command will reveal your computer name.
This is similar to Windows Command prompt.
Find Computer Name for Linux
We can see computer name in Linux OS by using Terminal.
Using Terminal
Below are three steps by which we can see name of system in Linux.
- Open a terminal window.
- Type «hostname» and press Enter.
- Your computer name will be displayed on screen.
Now, hopefully you have get to know about how to find your computer name in any of the above stated operating system.
Quick Links
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Find Your Computer Name with the Power User Menu
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Using a Keyboard Shortcut
Summary
You can find your Windows 10 PC name by right-clicking the Start menu, choosing «System,» and checking the value next to «Device Name.» You can also bring it up with the Windows+Pause keyboard shortcut, the search box, File Explore, and Command Prompt.
Do you want to find your computer on a network where there are several machines? One way to do that is to find your PC’s name and then match the name on the network. Here’s how to view your computer’s name using graphical and command-line methods in Windows 10.
To use the «Power User» menu to find your computer name, then in your screen’s bottom-left corner, right-click the Start menu icon. Alternatively, press Windows+X.
In the Power User menu that opens, select «System.»
On the «About» screen that opens, next to «Device Name,» you’ll see your computer name.
Using a Keyboard Shortcut
To reveal your machine’s name using a keyboard shortcut, press Windows+Pause.
On the «About» page, next to «Device Name,» your PC name is listed.
Using the Search Box
Windows’ search box helps you find your machine name in addition to finding other resources. To use it, in your screen’s bottom-left corner, click the search box and type the following:
PC name
In the search results, select «View Your PC Name.»
Next to «Device Name,» your computer name is listed.
Using File Explorer
You can also use Windows File Explorer to find your computer name.
While you’re in a File Explorer window (press Windows+E to open it if it isn’t already), in the left sidebar, right-click «This PC» and choose «Properties.»
You’ll open an «About» page. Here, next to «Device Name,» your PC name is displayed.
Using the Settings App
Windows’ Settings app lists your PC name as well as other information about your computer.
To use this method, open the Settings app by pressing Windows+i. In Settings, select «System.»
In the left sidebar, at the bottom, click «About.»
On the «About» page, next to «Device Name,» you have your PC’s name printed.
Using Command Prompt
If you like writing and executing commands, there’s a command line method you can use to view your machine’s name.
To use it, first, open a Command Prompt window. You can do that by accessing the «Start» menu, searching for «Command Prompt», and selecting the tool in the search results.
In Command Prompt, type the hostname command and press Enter:
hostname
This command only retrieves one value, which is your PC name.
Another command you can use to view your computer’s name along with your network adapter details is ipconfig /all . Type this command in Command Prompt and hit Enter, and you’ll see your machine name next to «Host Name.»
And those are the ways to know what name your PC goes by on your network. Very useful!
Every computer has a name to help identify it on a network. You may have changed this when setting up your PC, or you might be using the default name. You might be wondering how to find out your computer name on Windows 10. Don’t worry, it’s easy!
We’re going to show you different methods to quickly find out your Windows 10 computer name.
1. Use a Keyboard Shortcut
The quickest way to find out your computer name is to press Windows key + Pause/break. You can then look next to Computer name to find out the answer.
Your keyboard may not have a Pause/break key. Many modern keyboards won’t. If not, use another of these simple techniques.
2. Use the Start Button
Right click the Start button. This will open a list of choices. Click System, which will open a Settings window. Look next to Device name to find out the answer.
3. Use Command Prompt
Press Windows key + R to open Run. Input cmd and click OK (or press Enter.) This will open the Command Prompt. Type hostname and press Enter. This will output your computer name on the next line.
4. Use Cortana
You can use Cortana or the Start menu search. Select Cortana from your taskbar, or press Start, and search for computer name. Click View your PC name from the results and look next to Device name.
5. Use Settings
Press Windows key + I to open Settings. Click System > About and look next to Device name.
How to Rename Your Windows 10 Computer
Now you know your Windows 10 computer name and you have lots of different methods to find it out.
If you want to change the name, be sure to read how to change your PC’s name in Windows 10.