Windows 10: Change Computer Name in Windows 10

Discus and support Change Computer Name in Windows 10 in Windows 10 Tutorials to solve the problem; Strange: If I try to rename my computer within the "app" (Settings, System, Info, Button "Rename") then I don't see such a limit. Discussion in 'Windows 10 Tutorials' started by Williams, Apr 21, 2015.

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  1. WTENNEWBIE
    WTenNewbie Win User

    Change Computer Name in Windows 10


    Strange:
    If I try to rename my computer within the "app" (Settings, System, Info, Button "Rename") then I don't see such a limit.
     
    WTenNewbie, May 18, 2016
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  2. TAIRIKUOKAMI
    TairikuOkami Win User

    You are right, through there it allows to enter 260 characters, but accepts only 63, so I guess, that is your answer.

    Online Character Count Tool

    Though I wonder, what would be the implications, if you were using a network based computer, e.g. for sharing.
     
    TairikuOkami, Apr 4, 2018
    #32
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