How do I remove an inactive computer from the network.

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From: Jon Ashley (JonAshley_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 08/13/04 

Date: Fri, 13 Aug 2004 00:03:02 -0700

I'm using Windows XP Pro. I changed the name of a computer on my network and
both the old name and the new name are showing up on the network. How do I
get rid of the old one. I've tried just pressing delete or right clicking
but delete is not an option apparently.

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