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Find the Windows device name used for sharing, support, and remote access. Open Settings > System > About and read Device name. Follow the steps in order.

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Windows Administration


# How to Find Your Computer Name




## How do I find Your Computer Name?




Open Settings \> System \> About and read Device name.




Find the Windows device name used for sharing, support, and remote access.




Updated 
September 2, 2026
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5 min
Applies to: Windows, Windows 10, Windows 11


 


Follow the steps in order and stop if the screen or target does not match what is described. Use administrator access only when the task requires it.




**Before you begin**


Save open work. Confirm that you are working on the intended computer and that you are authorized to make the change.




## Open About




Press Windows + I, select System, then About.




## Read Device name




Under Device specifications, locate Device name.




## Copy it carefully




Computer names can contain similar-looking characters. Copy the name when possible.




## Command-line alternative




Open Command Prompt and run hostname.




Command

```
hostname
```




**Expected result**


The computer name appears on one line.




**Verify the result**


The computer name appears on one line.


 


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