Remote Desktop Tools

Question 1

How do you connect to a server via Remote Desktop

Answer 1

Open the Remote Desktop Connection shortcut or use Run and type “mstsc.exe”

Question 2

What is a limitation of RDP on Windows?

Answer 2

Only one person can be signed in at a time.
Starting a RDP session will lock the local desktop and if the local user logs in the remote user will be disconnected.

Question 3

What is VNC?

Answer 3

Virtual Network Computing.
A alternative to using RDP for remote access, is a freeware product with similar functionality to RDP.
Works over port 5900 (TCP)
Not all VNC support connection security.
Ex. macOS Screen sharing

Question 4

When allowing remote access to a host or network what security considerations must you assess?

Answer 4

Connection must use encryption to secure against snooping.
Server software supporting the connection must be safe from vulnerabilities, esp when server port is accessible over the internet.
Remote acces oermissions should be grated