The Windows family operating systems give users the ability to administer through the local or global network. In this article, we will analyze the methods of remotely connected to the desktop in Windows 10.
Connect to a remote desktop
You can connect to a computer via the network both using the built-in system tools and using special programs for remote administration. A prerequisite for a successful connection is the resolution of the system to connect such connections to be configured by visiting the corresponding section of the parameters.Preparation
- Click on the "This computer" label on the desktop right-click and go to "Properties".
- In the left block, with references, go to the control of remote access.
- We set the switch to the position specified in the screenshot ("Allow"), set the checkbox to authenticate (it is necessary to improve the security of connections) and click "Apply".
- Next you need to check the network detection settings. Press the PCM on the network icon in the notification area and proceed to the "network and Internet parameters".
- On the "Status" tab, scroll the right block down and follow the link "Network and Common Access Center".
- Click on the link to change additional parameters.
- On the "Private" tabs and guestbook or publicly available network detection.
- On the All Networks tab, include access with password protection. After all manipulations, click "Save Changes".
If there are problems with remote access, you should also check the performance of some services. The article available at the link below, we turned off the possibilities of remote access to the PC, including working with system services. In case of failures, simply perform the steps in the reverse order.
Read more: Turn off remote computer management
After all the parameters are checked and configured, you can install a remote connection.
Method 1: Special programs
Software designed for remote connections is widely represented on the Internet. Such products are distributed both paid and free and have some differences in the functionality. You can choose the appropriate, going to the references below.
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Programs for remote administration of PC
TeamViewer complimentary analogues
Undoubtedly, the most popular program is TeamViewer. It allows you to connect to a computer and perform any actions - settings, install and delete applications, as well as move files between systems with the owner's permission.
Read more: Connect to another computer via TeamViewer
Like any other software product, TeamViewer is subject to failures when working. In addition, the third party is involved in the interaction of systems in the form of an intermediate server, and its incorrect operation or incorrect requests from computers can lead to problems. Due to the broad support of developers, they are solved quite quickly, which cannot be said about another softe. You also published a few articles with instructions for troubleshooting in a program that will help get rid of many troubles. You can find them by entering the search box on the main page of the name of the software and pressing ENTER. You can add to the query and text error. For example, "TeamViewer WAITFORCONNECTFAILED error code".
Next, we will talk about system tools for remote access.
Method 2: Remote Windows Desktop
The Windows has a means called "Connecting to a Remote Desktop". It opens access to the computer using its IP address and authorization data - the username and password. You can find the tool in the Start menu in the Standard - Windows folder.
The prerequisite for successful connection is the presence of a static ("white") IP address on the target PC. For example, when a wired connected to the provider is most often given precisely such an address. On the local network, each computer has its own IP. But when using the IP flash drive, IPI will be dynamic ("gray") and connect to such a machine will not be possible.
Find out what your IP you can contact the Internet provider. It can also be ordered static address for an additional fee. With 3G-4G modems it also works. There is another way, less reliable, find out the nature of the ip. Go to one of the services specified in the article below, and look at the appropriate value. Restart the PC and check the numbers again. If they differ from the previous ones, it means IP dynamic, and if not - static.
Read more: How to find out the IP address of your computer
Below we give the instructions for connecting using this application.
Creating a new local user
This step can be skipped if you or the trustee are connected to your computer from another workstation. The need for it occurs when it is required to restrict access to personal or system files or OS parameters. When creating a user, pay attention to the account type - "Standard" or "Administrator". This will affect the level of rights in the system. Also, do not forget to set the password for the new "account", since it will not be possible without it.
Read more:
Creating new local users in Windows 10
Managing Account Rights in Windows 10
Adding a new remote desktop user
- Go to the remote access settings (see paragraph "Preparation").
- At the bottom of the window, press the "Select Users" button.
- Click "Add".
- Next, click on the "Advanced" button.
- "Search".
- Choosing our new user and click OK.
- We check that the appropriate line appeared in the "Enter the names of the selected objects" in the field and OK again.
- One more time.
IP Address Definition
How to find out our ip on the Internet, we already know (see above). You can determine the same address of the machine on the local network only in the settings of the router (if any) or in the system parameters. The second option is easier, and use it.
- Press the PCM on the network icon in the tray and go to the network parameters, after which we go to the "Network and Common Access Control Center". How to do this, read in paragraph "Preparation".
- Click on the link with the connection name.
- In the status window that opens, press the "Details" button.
- We write down the data indicated opposite the IPv4 address and close all windows.
Please note that we need the type of type.
192.168.kh.h.
If he is another, for example, such as on the screenshot below, select the adjacent adapter.
Connection
We prepared the target machine and received all the necessary information, now you can connect to it from another PC.
- Run the application "Connect to a remote desktop" (see above) and click "Show Options".
- Enter the IP address of the remote machine and the name of the user to whom the access is allowed, and click "Connect".
- If the entered data is correct, the authorization window will open, where we enter the user password and click OK.
- It is likely that the system "is focused" on the authenticity of the remote computer due to the problems with the certificate. Just press "yes."
- Next, we will see the remote computer lock screen with a warning that the other user will be disabled. This is the main minus of this method, and specifically in the impossibility of sharing the desktop (as, for example, in TeamViewer). Click "Yes."
The user on the target machine can confirm the output or refuse. If the reaction is not within 30 seconds, the shutdown will occur automatically, and we will fall into the remote system.
- It is also likely that it will be prompted to configure confidentiality settings. If you were connected to an existing user, this window would be skipped. Carefully get acquainted with all items, we turn on the necessary or disconnect unnecessary. Click "Confirm".
- We fall on the remote computer desktop. You can work. The window control (folding and closing) is performed using a special panel at the top.
If you close the cross window, the connection will occur after confirmation.
Saving connections
If you want to connect regularly to this machine, you can create a shortcut application label on the desktop for quick access.
- Run the application, enter the data (IP address and username) and set the "Allow me to save me" checkbox.
- We go to the "Advanced" tab and turn off the warning about the problems with the authenticity of the certificate. Please note that it is possible to do this, only if you connect to a "familiar" PC.
- We return to the "General" tab (if it disappeared from visibility, click on the "Left" arrow) and click "Save As".
- We choose a place, give the connection name (".rdp" is not required to add) and we save.
- We start the created file, put the "no longer to display a query" (if the warning window appears) and click "Connect".
- We enter a password. It will be necessary to make it only once that the system saves it. We set the checkbox opposite "Remember me" and connect the ok button.
All subsequent connections using the created shortcut will be made without additional confirmations and input credentials, provided that the remote computer is turned on, the user still exists (and its password is the same), and the settings allow access.
Method 3: Remote Windows Assistant
Windows has another tool for remote connection. From additional functions in the "Assistant" there is only a chat, but this is quite enough to solve problems.
- To begin with, check whether the function is enabled in the remote access settings (see above). If not, set the checkbox and click OK.
- Open a system search by clicking on the magnifying glass icon near the "Start" button, and write
Msra.
Go to the "Assistant" by clicking on the only point in the search for extradition.
- Press the button with the word "invite".
- Save the invitation as a file.
- Choose a place and click "Save".
- A "Assistant" window will open, which must be left open before connecting, otherwise everyone will have to be re-made.
- Copy the password by clicking on the field with it and selecting the only paragraph in the context menu.
- Now we transmit the created file along with a password to another user in any convenient way. He must run it on his PC and enter the data obtained.
- A window will appear on our computer in which we must resolve the connection by clicking "Yes."
- Remote user will see our desktop. In order to manage the system, it must click the "Request Management" button.
We must allow access to the "Yes" button in the dialog that opens.
- To complete the session, it is enough to close the "Assistant" window on one of the computers.
Conclusion
We got acquainted with three ways to connect to a computer. They all have their own advantages and disadvantages. Special programs are very convenient, but require search and installation, and can also become a "hole" safe. Standard tools are quite reliable, but imply certain knowledge in managing parameters, and the "Connection to the Remote Desktop" application does not provide the possibility of collaboration in the system. Decide, in what situation to use a particular tool.