How to change the server's hostname from WHM

Introduction

How to change the server's hostname from WHM.

Procedure

1. Login to WHM as the root user

2. Navigate to: Home »Networking Setup »Change Hostname

3. Read the instructions on that page to avoid choosing a bad hostame

4. Enter your desired hostname into the box at the bottom of the page

5. Click the blue "Change" button

More details can be found here:

https://docs.cpanel.net/whm/networking-setup/change-hostname/