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How to rename your PC (Windows 10 Guide)

So, you want to rename your Windows 10 PC. Possibly to your own name, a custom name, or a name that reflects your office or work place. Luckily, renaming your PC is a very simple task that can be completed in seconds. The guide on this page explains how to easily rename your Windows 10 PC.

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1. Open the Start Menu and select Settings.

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2. Click System.

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3. Scroll down the list on the left and click About.

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4. In the Device Specifications area, click the Rename this PC button.

5. A new window will appear. Enter the name you want to use for your PC into the text field and click the Next button.

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6. After you restart your computer, your PC name will change. You can chose to restart now or later.

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