Determine computer name and IP address

In some cases it might come in handy to know the computer name and the IP address of the workplace computer. This piece of information is, for example, of major importance for acquiring software licences: By means of this piece of information it can be determined whether your computer is entitled to receive the regarding software license. In case of any problems regarding loading web sites or mail transfer, the IP address helps us to examine whether the requests of your computer "reach us" in the first place.

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In many cases the IP address can be determined by following: this link – the IP address is stated at the top of the page.