How long can a Windows computer name be?
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According to MS KB, maximum length varies based on the name resolution protocol.
NetBIOS computer names:
Minimum name length
1 character.
Maximum name length
15 characters.
DNS computer names:
Minimum name length
2 characters.
Maximum name length
63 characters.