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How to Change Network Name in Windows 10
A simple Registry tweak helps you rename your network
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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In previous versions of Windows, you could easily change the name of your network, but inWindows 10it seems that it’s harder to rename the network.
If you wish to change the name of the network inWindows 10, today we’re going to show you how.
InWindows 7it was easy to rename your network connection, you just had to go to the Network and Sharing center and click your connection to change its name.
InWindows 10you can’t do that anymore, but luckily there’s a different way to change your network name.
Become an expert with our complete guide on Network and Sharing Center!
How can I rename the network in Windows 10?
1. Use the Registry Editor
You can easily change the name of a certain network by performing one registry tweak. All of this can done through the built-in Registry Editor.
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Press the Windows Key + R and typeregedit, then click onOK.
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Navigate tothe following key in the left pane:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\NetworkList\Profiles
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Now you need go through all subkeys (they are all labeled with random numbers and letters) under theProfileskey until you find the key with that hasProfileNameset as the name of your network.
4.In the right pane double click theProfileNamein order to change its value.
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Change the value data to the desired name of your network connection.
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Close the Registry Editor.
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In order to apply the changes to your network, you might have to restart your computer, or to sign out and sign in again.
More and more people use registry editing/cleaning tools. Much friendlier and more efficient than the Registry Editor.
2. Use Local Security Policy
If you don’t want to experiment with your Registry, there’s another way to rename a network. So, here’s how to rename a network by using the Local Security Policy:
And that’s how you rename the network inWindows 10. If you have any comments or questions, just reach for the comments section, below.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
