remote access

Below is an in-depth exploration of how savvy Windows Home users can bypass expenditure on Windows Pro’s add-ons by employing a suite of free tools. The discussion examines key differences between Windows Home and Pro, outlines alternative software solutions that mirror Pro functionalities, and...

Remote desktop access isn’t just for IT pros or corporate settings anymore—it’s a must-have convenience for anyone who needs to tap into their Windows desktop while on the move. Whether you’re checking emails, accessing important files, or performing quick administrative tasks from your iPhone...

Resolving Windows 11 Remote Desktop Issues: Tips & Workarounds Remote work has become a hallmark of our digital lives, and Windows 11’s ability to deliver a seamless Remote Desktop experience is more essential than ever. However, since the release of the 24H2 update back in October 2024, several...

Mapping a network drive in Windows 11 is a handy way to integrate shared folders from another computer or server directly into your File Explorer. This approach treats remote storage as a local drive, simplifying file access for work projects, home media sharing, or team document management...

Cloudflare’s new browser-based RDP solution is turning heads in the IT security community—and for good reason. This innovative tool brings secure, remote Windows server access directly to your browser, without the complexity of deploying additional client software or VPNs. Designed to address...

For many Windows users—and really anyone running a home server—the ability to connect remotely as if you were sitting in your living room is a game changer. Whether you’re trying to access documents on a file server or manage media streaming from a network-attached storage, a secure VPN setup is...

Remote PC Access Gets a Cloud-Powered Upgrade with Microsoft’s Windows App In today’s dynamic computing environment, your PC isn’t confined to a desk anymore—whether it’s a physical desktop or a cloud-hosted instance, Microsoft’s innovative Windows app is set to transform how we access our...

The rapid evolution of remote connectivity has reached another milestone with the new Windows app, which promises to reinvent how professionals—primarily in work and school environments—access their Windows PCs and cloud installations from anywhere. Designed to be a central hub for remote...

Microsoft is once again reshaping how we access remote desktop environments on Windows. In a move designed to simplify and enhance remote connectivity, Microsoft has announced that the Windows Remote Desktop app available from the Microsoft Store will be retired on May 27, 2025. Users are now...

MSTSC now asking for password. No changes except Upgraded to Windows 2025 domain. It is now stating the system administrator does not allow the use of saved credentials to log on to the remote computer because its identity is not fully verified. Please enter new credentials.

I am trying to configure windows server 2025 on a newly built computer for the company I work for. I am needing to configure it so that up to 5 people can connect at any time concurrently and configure and install files for a database for some software that will be implememted for our production...

This happens with others where the result is the same but the containers are: '{6BFB43B0-3A52-11EC-B8DA-00155D02B30B}' '{7F84558C-5F7F-548E-9B12-DE35E0EFD7CA}' '{90193291-A262-475F-9E39-8C79F25B7C9E}' '{00000000-0000-0000-FFFF-FFFFFFFFFFFF}' This ONLY happens when remoting into the server.

A new security advisory has raised alarms about an exploitable vulnerability in the Orthanc Server—a tool prominently used in healthcare settings worldwide. Although the advisory may initially seem targeted at industrial control systems, its implications touch on broader IT security and can...

Windows users, IT admins, and cybersecurity pros: buckle up. Ivanti just pulled the proverbial emergency brake, releasing critical security updates for its Connect Secure, Policy Secure, and ZTA Gateways. If you’re managing these products, this isn’t just another “patch your stuff” notice—it’s a...

If you thought the realm of cyberattacks couldn't possibly come up with yet another clever way to wreak havoc, guess what? The threat actors behind the persistent DarkGate Remote Access Trojan (RAT) are here to prove you wrong! In what seems to be the malware equivalent of a crime-thriller...

In the fast-paced world of technology, where threats lurk around every corner and vulnerabilities are increasingly exploited, the announcement of CVE-2024-49085 stands as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by Windows users and administrators alike. This remote code execution vulnerability...

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a recent report sheds light on a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign orchestrated by suspected Chinese state-backed hackers. Dubbed Operation Digital Eye, this malicious campaign employed an array of advanced tactics, leveraging tools such as...

Hi - I'm migrating from W10 to W11 Pro. My account came across OK, but when I attempted to login to my wife's account on the new system it told me I HAD to create a PIN. She'd always used a password on the old system but there was no bypass here - I had to create a PIN, which I did. When I...

I have two PCs in this room, one called ELLIOT-PC and one called ELLIOT-SERVER. ELLIOT-SERVER has a Local Account profile called Elliot, that I use to share folders. ELLIOT-PC has a Microsoft Account profile (Hotmail). When I try to navigate to \\elliot-server in Windows Explorer on...

In what surely feels like a déjà vu moment for many Windows users, Microsoft has confirmed that a new update for Windows 11, specifically version 23H2, has inadvertently caused considerable problems with OpenSSH. Let’s unpack this situation, the implications for users, and what you can do to get...