Remote work became the norm in 2020, and in 2021, it’s likely to continue for many. That can make accessing important work documents and software difficult. Fortunately, there’s a way around that ...

If you need to access Windows applications or PCs using your Mac, a remote desktop connection is the way to go. Here's how to set up and use the connection. Today’s technology has come a long way in ...

For all its great apps, the iPad has quite a ways to go before it’ll be ready to replace a desktop PC. But that doesn’t mean you can’t leave your laptop at the office and travel light. Given a ...

Desktop computers aren’t just antiquated behemoths quietly gathering dust in your parent’s house. They also offer an often overlooked processing resource for mobile users and a viable alternative to ...

Built into Windows, Microsoft’s Remote Desktop and Remote Desktop Connection apps make it easy to connect to and control a remote PC — when they’re working properly. Here are some common problems you ...

I recently heard from a reader who asked about the best software for remotely accessing and controlling another computer. I use the software to manage my Mac Mini’s Plex and Channels DVR servers when ...

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LogMeIn Free is gone, but don’t panic: You can find alternative remote-access tools that cost the same low price of nothing at all. Whether you need to access a document, collaborate with a colleague, ...

Remote Desktop Connection is a built-in feature of the Windows operating system that allows a user to connect to a computer remotely. Some users complain that Remote ...

As worker bees in the 21st century, we can't really cope with any kind of disconnection from our primary work computers. Sure, some are lucky enough to carry around their computer, but some of us are ...

My girlfriend and I both have RD enabled on our PCs. Mine uses the standard port, and we've set hers up for port 4444 (for ease of remembering). So far, this has been good, but her school and my work ...

It's common for a small business not to have a centralized location; the small business owner saves money by not renting an office space and employees can work in any location they desire. However, ...