Remote desktop and VPN are different - RDP controls computers remotely, VPN connects to a home network. Choose a remote desktop app like TeamViewer, RustDesk, or Chrome Remote Desktop for easy access.

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I have a Windows 7 Ultimate box at home, and I've got a Windows 7 Enterprise box at work. I've got A DynDNS account pointing to my home's router. When I use Remote Desktop Connection at work, usually ...

Following two simple rules will make your home computer much safer. Roger Grimes lays out the facts on computer security for home and business computing. I frequently give talks about the current ...