CSCS uses the computer name to connect to it remotely, and to track information about it in our systems.  This article describes how to quickly find the computer name.

Windows

  • Open the Settings application - Either by going to the Start menu and click the Settings button:

    Or by typing "Settings" into the search and open the Settings application: 


  • Click on System which is usually the first item on the left side of the window

  • Click About

  • Look in the Device Specifications section for the Device name line.



OS X

  • Click the Apple Logo  in the top left corner of the screen and select System Preferences:

    • In the window that appears select Sharing:

  • This will move to a new page, showing the name of your computer.