Simple method to remote desktop to another computer

For Windows Systems

1. Enable Remote Desktop on the Host Computer:
   • Open Settings > System > Remote Desktop.
   • Toggle on the Enable Remote Desktop option.

1. Find the Host Computer’s IP Address:
   • Open Command Prompt (press Win + R, type cmd, and hit Enter).（A Guide to Common Computer Shortcut Keys）
   • Type ipconfig and hit Enter. Note the IPv4 address.
2. Connect from the Remote Computer:
   • On the remote computer, open the Remote Desktop Connection application (usually accessible via the Start menu by typing mstsc).
   • Enter the IPv4 address of the host computer.
   • Click Connect.
   • Enter the username and password for the host computer when prompted.

For macOS Systems

1. Enable Screen Sharing on the Host Computer:
   • Open System Preferences > Sharing.
   • Check the box next to Screen Sharing.
2. Find the Host Computer’s IP Address:
   • Open System Preferences > Network.
   • Select your active network connection and note the IPv4 address.
3. Connect from the Remote Computer:
   • On the remote computer, open the Finder > Go > Connect to Server (or use Spotlight Search to find “Connect to Server”).
   • Enter the IPv4 address of the host computer prefixed with vnc:// (e.g., vnc://192.168.1.100).
   • Click Connect.
   • Enter the username and password for the host computer when prompted.

Using Remote Desktop Software

For cross-platform connections or additional features, you can use remote desktop software such as TeamViewer, AnyDesk, or Splashtop:

1. Install the Software:
   • Download and install the remote desktop software on both the host and remote computers.
2. Generate and Share Connection Details:
   • On the host computer, the software will generate a unique ID and password (or similar credentials).
   • Share these details with the remote computer.
3. Connect from the Remote Computer:
   • Open the remote desktop software on the remote computer.
   • Enter the unique ID of the host computer.
   • If prompted, enter the password or confirm the connection request on the host computer.

Security Considerations

• Use Strong Passwords: Ensure all user accounts have strong passwords to prevent unauthorized access.
• Enable Encryption: Many remote desktop software options offer encryption to protect data in transit.
• Restrict Access: Only allow remote access to trusted individuals and from secure networks.

By following these steps, you can establish a remote desktop connection to another computer, allowing you to access and control it from a remote location. Always ensure that the connection is secure, especially when transmitting sensitive information.