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Remote Desktop Setup



 
1. Steps - Your Office Computer
  • Right-click My Computer -> Properties

  • Click on Remote tab

  • Check the box "Allow users to connect remotely to this computer"

  • Click Ok

  • Now find your IP, go to Start Menu -> Run

  • Type in "cmd" and hit OK

  • Type "ipconfig" and press enter

  • Write down your IP Address, you will need it at home



 
2. Steps - Your Home Computer
  • Start Menu -> Programs -> Accessories -> Remote Desktop Connection
    (if you don't see it, it might be under Accessories -> Communications)

  • Enter your office PC's IP address in the "Computer" field.

  • Connect

  • *optional* if you want to put an icon on your desktop to connect directly, after you've entered the IP address, click "Options" and "Save As..." onto your desktop.
     

 

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