network, I have a computer called 'writer,' so I would just Ping the computer by typing ping writer . If this works, you'll see the same reply message, as shown here: 8. If you cannot Ping other computers using their names, try a few using the IP address. You can find the IP address, such as 192.168.0.190, on the Support tab of the Local Area Connection Status window, (shown previously in Step 3). Using the Ping command again, Ping the IP address by typing it, as in ping 192.168.0.190 . 9. If the Ping command fails again, you'll need to check the IP address of your own