# SCDynamicStoreCopyComputerName(_:_:) Returns the current computer name. ``` func SCDynamicStoreCopyComputerName(_ store: SCDynamicStore?, _ nameEncoding: UnsafeMutablePointer?) -> CFString? ``` ## Parameters `store` The dynamic store session that should be used for communication with the server. Pass `NULL` to use a temporary session. `nameEncoding` A pointer to memory that, on output, is filled with the encoding associated with the computer or host name, if it is non-`NULL`. ## Return Value The current computer name, or `NULL` if the name has not been set or if an error occurred. You must release the return value. ## Discussion --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)