Step 3
Next you will need to click the Identification tab in the Network
Window (figure 14). There will be three fields. The first field is Computer
Name. Type a name for the computer in this field. The computer name
needs to be unique for each machine on your network.
(Examples: Chris's Machine, Mom's Machine or Red, Blue, Green)
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The most important thing is to keep it simple so it will be easily remembered. |
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In the second field you will need to assign a workgroup name (figure 15)
Suggestions for names would be something like (the default, WORKGROUP, Jones Family, My Network). Remember keep it simple.
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Make sure the same workgroup name is assigned on all computers on the LAN; otherwise they won't be recognized as being part of the Network. |
Third, you may wish to enter a computer description; you can put anything you like here also. Again, keep it as simple as possible.
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It is not necessary to provide a description - it's just a way to keep computers straight on the network. |