Windows computer doesn't see name of linux machine

[Matthew Flaschen]

Pete Holsberg wrote:
> I have a Windows PC and a Kubuntu PC on my home network. I can SSH to 
> the linux box from the Windows bgox if I use its IP address but not if I 
> use its name.

Try pinging first.

e.g.

ping 192.168.0.1
ping othercomputer

It will be clear if you have a DNS problem.

Matt Flaschen