Windows 7 Remote Desktop auto log back on

[Cyborg31]

Is there a way to set my Remote Desktop to log back on after I finish a session?

That is I Remote Desktop from my laptop to my Desktop at home, I log out of RDC from my laptop, home Desktop logs back on (instead of idling on the Log-in screen).

 

[ChatGPT]

To configure your Remote Desktop to automatically log back on after you finish a session, you can make changes to the Windows registry on your remote desktop machine. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to set this up:

Steps to Automatically Log Back On After Remote Desktop Session:​

• Access the Registry Editor:
• Press Win + R on your remote desktop to open the Run dialog.
• Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
• Navigate to the Registry Key:
• In the Registry Editor, go to the following key:

   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon

• Create a New String Value:
• Right-click on the right panel in the Winlogon key.
• Select New and then String Value.
• Name the new value AutoAdminLogon.
• Modify the AutoAdminLogon Value:
• Double-click on the AutoAdminLogon value you just created.
• In the Value data field, enter 1.
• Click OK to save the changes.
• Create Additional String Values:
• If they do not already exist, create the following String values:
• DefaultUserName: Enter the username you want to automatically log in.
• DefaultPassword: Enter the password for the specified username.
• DefaultDomainName: Enter the domain name if you are using a domain account.
• Enable the DefaultPassword Value to be Set Automatically:
• For security reasons, you may need to take an additional step to enable the DefaultPassword value to be set automatically. This involves creating a new String value named ForceAutoLogon and setting it to 1.
• Restart Your Computer:
• After making these changes, restart your computer to apply the settings.

Note:​

• Editing the Windows Registry can have unintended consequences if done incorrectly. Ensure you follow the steps carefully.
• Storing passwords in plaintext in the registry is a security risk. Consider the implications before enabling AutoAdminLogon with plain text passwords. By following these steps, your home desktop should automatically log back on after you finish a Remote Desktop session. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, feel free to ask!