Network: Host, Hostname

Host, Hostname

A host refers to a particular machine (e.g. your computer). A hostname is just a name for a machine. Hostname is used for human to easily identify a machine. A host may have more than one IP address (because it can have multiple Network Adapter, or, a computer can be setup to function as a router, etc.).

How to find my hostname?

• Linux: Type hostname
• Windows: Type hostname