A remote desktop is a program or an operating system feature that allows a user to connect to a computer in another location, see that computer's desktop and interact with it as if it were local.
General
- Description
Remote desktop software captures a device's screen and mouse and keyboard inputs and transmits them to another device, where a user can view or control it remotely.
- Requests
A Remote Desktop Connection can only be requested by an ICT-contactperson through the Self-service Portal.
- Conditions
To use this service, you must be connected to the UT network through cable, eduroam or eduVPN.
Manuals
- Windows
- Connect to the UT network through cable, eduroam or eduVPN.
- Type remote in the start menu and open Remote Desktop Connection.
- Type the name of the computer you want to connect to, followed by .ad.utwente.nl (e.g. ut123456.ad.utwente.nl) and select Connect.
- Enter your UT e-mail address and password to log on.
- MacOS
- Connect to the UT network through cable, eduroam or eduVPN.
- Download the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from the Mac App Store (make sure to use the latest version if already installed).
- Open the Microsoft Remote Desktop app and select Add Desktop.
- At PC Name, enter the computer name followed by .ad.utwente.nl (e.g. ut123456.ad.utwente.nl).
- At User Account, select Add User Account. Enter your UT e-mail address and password. You can enter the UT number of the pc as Friendly Name. Click Save.
- Open the connection in the Microsoft Remote Desktop app.
Last edit: 1 September 2024