Changing Computer Name

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Whit

Hi - I've got a desktop running XP Pro. Due to some networking problems I'm
experiencing, the router's tech support is recommending that I change my
computer's name. I've found where to do that, but I'm struggling with
whether that's really a good idea. I'd appreciate any thoughts and comments
on potential negative implications of a name change. Thanks,
Whit
 
The computer name is used to identify that particular computer on a network.
How changing the computer name (unless there is another computer with the
same one) on its own is going to resolve any "networking" problems, I don't
know.
 
Without specifying the networking problem or any error messages it's hard to
say. However, if you change the name and it doesn't work, are you any worse
off than you are right now?

You should really try this question and others on this topic in the
appropriate group. Click newsgroups on the Outlook Express toolbar, select
network_web from the list and try your question there.
 
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