Remote Desktop Windows 7. How can I enable and configure Windows 7 Remote Desktop?

So, today we will talk about what a remote Windows 7 desktop is, how to properly implement it and use it. This feature is quite useful, especially for those who work with computers. Before "shamanit" over settings and inclusion, let's talk about why this "table" is needed.

What is it needed for?

So, why do you need a remote desktop? In truth, such a thing is very useful to those who, to put it mildly, like solitude and silence and prefer to work at home or in a personal office. With this program you can access any computer with all its resources, which is only connected to the local network. Thus, you can do your work anywhere, where there is access to the Internet and a local network.

Remote Desktop is the main place of work of system administrators. Now it's enough just to call him and tell him about the problem - the employee quickly "connects" to you and corrects the mistake without getting up from the table. Do not call him, wait and be nervous for a long time. In addition, a remote desktop can help anyone at all who might need access to their own, say, home computer and its data. How can I turn it on?

Programs

Undoubtedly, remote desktop Windows 7 can be connected and used through various specialized programs. As a rule, in order to create a "local network", you just need to install the program, run it and give the password from your "computer", assigned by the program, specifically for access.

Remote desktop Windows 7 is easily connected using TeamViewer. This is a program that accesses your computer to anyone who has a password assigned to the computer through the program. Quite a convenient way, if you do not really want to be wiser with the access settings. All you need is a program and an internet connection. However, this approach has a significant disadvantage - with each restart of the program you will receive a new access password. In terms of security - this kind of approach is very suitable. But for the user the remote desktop Win 7, connected through TeamViewer, can be somewhat inconvenient.

We turn on system tools

Of course, you can create, connect and configure, and then log on to the remote desktop of Windows 7 using system tools. They are available in every operating system of new generations. Thus, if you need to use "remote", you can easily do this without resorting to third-party programs. Unfortunately, there is no remote desktop on the old "axes". Windows 7 home basic, professional, ultimate - all have the necessary content. Today, we will focus on what methods exist for configuring and further using remote access to a computer without any help from third-party programs and applications. First, you need to figure out how to enable Windows 7 Remote Desktop.

Standard method

In total there are two ways, which we will consider. Let's start with the more "mundane", under the logical name "standard". He does not need any special knowledge and skills. So, to connect, say, a remote desktop Windows 7 home premium, you need to first click on "Start", select "Computer", click on it with the right mouse button and click there "Properties". In the opened list on the left, select "Remote Access Settings".
Next, in the "Remote Desktop" menu you have to choose one of three items. The first one at all forbids access to this computer and by default "disconnected". The differences between the two following are simple: the second is for any operating system, and the third one is for Vista and above. All that remains to be done is to select and add the necessary users for access.

Non-standard method

There is also a second, non-standard approach to connecting a remote desktop. It is carried out with the help of administration services. So, we proceed. First of all go to the services (via the "Start", go there in the "Control Panel", after - in the "Administration" and there already - in the "Services"). Find a Windows firewall there, turn it on and start automatic start. Now you need to get into the local security policy. There are two ways to go there: "Control Panel", again go to "Administration" and this time go to the "Local Security Policy" tab or enter through the control panel secpol.msc and execute this command. There you need to select "Windows Firewall in Advanced Security Mode-Local Group Policy Object-Rules for outgoing connections". In the right part of the window, you need to click on PKM and "Create rule". Follow all instructions. Type the protocol you want to select TCP, remote port - all, local - 3389. Enable ip-addresses, then mark the networks from which you want to accept connections and give a name to the new rule. Next, you need to get into the group policy editor ("Run" -gpedit.msc). Further go into the configuration of the computer. Find and go there in the administrative templates. Next, visit the Windows components and the Remote Desktop Services. Now select "Workstations Session Host" and click on "Connections". Here you can choose what you need to access. It is necessary to do:

• Allow remote connections using Remote Desktop Services.
• Set remote control rules over user sessions through remote security services (select the parameters you need).

This will connect the remote Windows 7 desktop. Several users will be able to connect to your computer. But this is not over. Remote access must be properly configured. It will be quite easy to do this if you have even the slightest idea of computers.

Setting up access

Now let's see what is needed in order to set up and successfully implement access to the "Remote Desktop Windows 7" function. The team of programmers and system administrators will not interfere. Undoubtedly, the setup itself does not require any special knowledge and skills, but nevertheless, if you want to achieve more detailed settings, you will not be hindered from enlisting the help. So, let's get started.

Go to the properties of the computer: "Start" - "Computer" -click the right mouse button- "Properties." Now click on "Configure Remote Access". Now, in the "Remote Desktop" section, select the desired item - the second or third one, similar to the first method of enabling and setting up the "desktop". Next, select the users who want to allow access to your computer. If necessary, add new "contacts" and confirm your actions. That's all.

Benefits

Any program and service has its own disadvantages and advantages. We already talked about why you need a remote desktop. Now it's time to start a conversation about what's good about this access.

Of course, if you need fast access to your computer, the remote desktop really will be useful. The main advantage is access to all the resources and data that are stored on the computer. You can receive from your "iron friend" the necessary information and even change some of its settings.

Another weighty plus refers to those who are not used to one work area. Remote desktops have support for working with multiple monitors.

Honestly, the remote desktop has many functions that you can now see, say, in Skype (there is a desktop demonstration). Thus, with the help of standard and non-standard methods of access, you can, let's say, together with friends watch one film or program. In general, the possibilities can come up with a lot. The main thing is to show imagination.

disadvantages

Disadvantages of remote access is not enough. For starters - the remote Windows 7 desktop works via the Internet. So, if you have a slow connection speed or it is completely absent (disabled for a while or not held in principle), then you can forget about this kind of connection.

Another disadvantage is that the computer to which remote access is possible must always be turned on and connected to the Internet. In principle, it acts as a server to some extent, to which other computers are connected.

Lack of use of some programs - a constant need to change the settings and obtain new access passwords. As mentioned earlier, the remote desktop, which is launched with the help of programs, constantly receives a new "password", which must be transferred all the time to users for work. In principle, on this all the "bad" parties on this note came to an end.

What people say

But what do users think about such access? What methods do they carry out? Let's see!

So, according to statistics, you can see that remote access is trusted by a small number of people. To understand users it is possible - via the Internet in our information time, it is possible to steal absolutely any data, even so that the owner is not aware of what is happening. It is not very pleasant to lose sensitive and important files.

Specialized programs are very popular and trusted. Perhaps this is because a person can "cut off oxygen" at any time to someone who sees his computer - simply turn off the program.

If it comes to offices, then this kind of access is very convenient. Easy connection reduces working time, which allows timely and timely delivery of the next report and repair the computer without getting up from your workplace. Local networks are quite familiar friends of all office workers. Remote desktops become the same comrades.

Conclusion

As always, it's time to take stock of our conversation. Remote desktop can be connected on any operating system and any more or less powerful computer (for work without brakes). Easy access to data helps fast work. At the same time, the "server" is sufficiently protected from unwanted users. However, even a configured remote desktop can not guarantee you the absolute security and integrity of data stored on your computer. If you want to use your "machine" independently from it, you can try to do it with the help of programs.