How to Change the Host Name in SUSE

The hostname of a computer is the unique name by which the computer is referenced on a network. Configuration of the hostname occurs when the operating system is installed. You may need to change the hostname if the network is reconfigured or if two computers have similar hostnames. OpenSUSE Linux is an open source operating system sponsored by Novell. SUSE Linux Enterprise is the enterprise version of Linux developed by Novell. Both versions use the "YAST" utility as a graphical method for configuring the computer, including the hostname.

Instructions

1. Click the "Computer" button in the lower-left corner of the screen.

2. Choose the "YAST" program.

3. Enter the root password, if necessary.

4. Click the "Network Services" option in the left pane.

5. Click the "Hostnames" option in the right pane.

6. Select the first line in the Host Configuration window.

7. Click the "Edit" button.

8. Change the entry in the "Hostname" text box.

9. Click the "Finish" button.

References

• SuSEGeek: How to change Hostname in openSUSE and SUSE Linux