How to Change Your Local Computer Name on Windows and macOS

Learn how to easily change your local computer name on Windows and macOS to keep your systems organized.

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To change your local computer name on Windows: Go to Settings > System > About > Rename this PC. Enter the new name and restart the computer. For macOS: Go to System Preferences > Sharing, then edit the 'Computer Name' field. Changing the local computer name helps in easily identifying the device on a network and keeps your systems organized.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why should I change my computer name? Changing your computer name helps identify the device on a network and keeps your systems organized.
  2. Can I change my computer name without restarting? On Windows, a restart is required for the new name to take effect, but macOS allows immediate changes.
  3. Is changing the computer name safe? Yes, changing your computer name is safe and does not affect your files or settings.
  4. How do I find my current computer name? On Windows, go to Settings > System > About to view your current computer name. For macOS, check System Preferences > Sharing.

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