docs: correct hostname flags and command references in networking.md #2429
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…tion. Updated the networking documentation to use the correct hostname flags and commands: - Replaced `hostname -i` with `hostname -I` - Updated `hostname --ip-addresses` to `hostname --all-ip-addresses` - Ensured command explanations align with actual Linux behavior These changes improve accuracy and prevent confusion for users querying IP addresses in WSL.
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This PR updates the networking documentation to use the correct hostname flags so users receive accurate IP address information in WSL. Closes issue #2174
Changes Made:
Step 1 Replaced the Windows-host command example that used a lowercase -i:
-Old: wsl.exe --distribution hostname -i
-New: wsl.exe --distribution hostname -I
Step 2 Replaced the incorrect long option shown in the under-the-hood explanation:
-Old: hostname --ip-addresses
-New: hostname --all-ip-addresses
Step 3 Updated the IPv6/access section command that referenced the lowercase -i:
-Old: wsl hostname -i
-New: wsl hostname -I
Now it clearly explains that -i shows a placeholder/loopback IP, while -I shows all real IP addresses, so users don’t get confused and accidentally use the wrong command.
Files changed
WSL/networking.md
Closes Issue
#2174