REMOTE DESKTOP SOFTWARE

In computing, 'remote desktop software' is remote access and remote administration software that allows GUI applications to be run remotely on a server, while being displayed locally. Remote desktop applications have varying features. Some allow attaching to an existing user's session (i.e. a running desktop) and "remote controlling" it in front of the user's eyes.
It can also be explained as remote control of a computer by using another device connected via the internet or another network. This is widely used by Many computer manufactres for their technical troubleshooting for their customers. (DELL, HP etc). Windows XP has its own built in remote desktop option.

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Comparison of remote desktop software

Remote desktop protocols

Comparison of remote desktop software

Main articles: Comparison of remote desktop software

Remote desktop protocols

The main remote desktop protocols in use are:

★ Virtual Network Computing (VNC) - a cross-platform protocol

★ Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) - a Windows-specific protocol featuring audio and remote printing

★ NX technology (NX) - a newer cross-platform protocol featuring audio and remote printing

★ Independent Computing Architecture (ICA) - a proprietary protocol designed by Citrix Systems

★ X Window System (X11) - a well-established cross-platform protocol mainly used for displaying local applications, but can also be used remotely