How to Use Remote Desktop from Mac

Are you tired of being stuck with a single user per computer setup? With the ability to connect multiple users to one system at the same time, remote desktop technology has revolutionized the way we work and collaborate. In this article, we will show you how to use Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) client for macOS.

Before we dive into the steps, let's clarify some key terms. The RDP server is the Windows PC or server that you will be connecting to and controlling. On the other hand, the RDP client is the machine from which you are connecting to the server. To establish a remote connection using RDP, two things are needed: an RDP server and an RDP client.

The good news is that if you have macOS version 10.10 or higher, you can use Microsoft's RDP client to connect to a Windows computer over the internet and use it as if it were right in front of you. You will have full access to the tools and software installed on the host Windows machine, as well as share key peripherals such as the keyboard and mouse with the remote computer.

So, what exactly is Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)? It's a proprietary protocol developed by Microsoft that provides a user with a graphical interface to connect to another computer over a network connection. And, thankfully, it's built into Windows, making it easy to use.

To get started, you'll need to enable RDP on your Windows machine. Here are the steps:

1. Go to Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System.

2. Click on 'Advanced system settings' on the left side of the window.

3. In the 'System Properties' window, click on 'Remote' tab.

4. Check the box next to 'Allow remote connections to this computer'.

5. Under the 'Remote Desktop' section, select the radio button next to 'Allow connections from computers running any version of Remote Desktop'.

Once you've enabled RDP on your Windows machine, it's time to set up the RDP client on your Mac. Here are the steps:

1. Download and install Microsoft Remote Desktop 10.0.3 or later for macOS.

2. Launch the application and click on 'Add New Server'.

3. Enter the hostname or IP address of your Windows machine followed by a colon and the port number (usually 3389).

4. Click 'Save' to save the new server configuration.

With these steps, you're now ready to connect to your Windows machine from your Mac using RDP. Simply launch the RDP client on your Mac, select the server you created earlier, and enter your login credentials. You'll then be connected to your Windows machine, giving you full access to its desktop and applications.

In this article, we will also cover how to establish a secure RDP connection and list of content that you will read in this article.

With Microsoft's RDP client for macOS, you can now connect to a Windows computer over the internet and use it as if it were right in front of you. Whether you're working remotely or need to collaborate with colleagues on a project, remote desktop technology has made it easier than ever to work together seamlessly.

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