hostid command in Linux with examples Last Updated : 31 Jul, 2023 Improve Improve Like Article Like Save Share Report hostid is a command in Linux that is used to display the Host’s ID in hexadecimal format. It provides a quick and straightforward way to retrieve the host ID, allowing administrators to associate it with software licenses or perform system-specific operations. Syntax of `hostid` command in Linux hostid [OPTION] Options provided by hosted hostid --help : It displays helpful information. Help hostid --version : It displays version information. version Like Article Suggest improvement Previous hostname command in Linux with examples Next htop command in Linux with examples Share your thoughts in the comments Add Your Comment Please Login to comment...