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hostname — Show success status

Run the command and display its exit code. Base task: Display the local computer name.

Copy-ready commandhostname — Show success status
hostname & echo Exit code: %ERRORLEVEL%

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Windows 10/11 or Windows Server
Permissions
Varies by command
Last reviewed
2026-08-01

Examples

Show success status

Run the command and display its exit code.

hostname & echo Exit code: %ERRORLEVEL%

Common errors

Command or option not supported

Confirm the installed platform version supports the base command and the added output or wrapper option.

Access denied or insufficient privileges

Run with the administrative role or delegated permission required by the underlying command.