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Old 02-22-2005, 05:21 PM   #1
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Unhappy Computer Name

I am currently running Red Hat 9 and would like to know how I can locate the name of the computer. Is there a bash command? Do I find it through the gui somewhere? I do not remember naming the box during the installation, however, I have to believe that it has a name. Anyway, any info would be great.

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Old 02-22-2005, 05:25 PM   #2
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CLI Command: uname -n
 
Old 02-22-2005, 05:30 PM   #3
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Thank you. Is it possible to change that if I would like?
 
Old 02-22-2005, 07:09 PM   #4
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Edit your /etc/HOSTNAME file. Logout and log back in for it to take effect.
 
Old 02-22-2005, 11:22 PM   #5
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Thanks for the info.
 
  


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