Remote Desktop Alternatives

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scottvsaunders

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Hello cleaver people :-)

I am looking for an easier, cleaner and faster way to access my work computer desktop. Currently I use a VPN to my employers server which is running server 2003, then I start Windows Remote Desktop and enter the IP address on my desktop computer in the office.

This allows me to connect to my desktop computer and effectively work from my laptop as if I was using the desktop in the office.

The problem that I have is that its a very slow method of doing anything, there is a definite lag of a few seconds between clicks and screen refreshes that made the whole experience very cumbersome.

Is there an easier and better way of doing this ?

My own laptop is running Windows 7 x64 and the desktop computer at my office is running XP.

Cheers
 
well there are things like LogMeIn and TeamViewer but I've had a VERY hard time putting my trust into either one since one of my computers was hacked by someone using logmein as a backdoor and exploiting mmc to gain control of the computer.
 
Have you modified the graphical settings in Remote Desktop Connection? Those are what cause the most lag in any remote connection.
 
I have been using logmein for over 3 years, and have never had a problem (knock wood)

I recommend it to pretty much anyone who will listen. Another option is to port forward a random port directly to your desktop, and by pass the vpn connection entirely, but Firewalls are there for a reason. Sounds like your IT has a secure solution for you to use, advise them of the slowness, and try to get a high ranking employee who uses remote access to complain with you. Upgrading their bandwidth may just be what your connection needs.
 
soflanetworking said:
I have been using logmein for over 3 years, and have never had a problem (knock wood)

I recommend it to pretty much anyone who will listen. Another option is to port forward a random port directly to your desktop, and by pass the vpn connection entirely, but Firewalls are there for a reason. Sounds like your IT has a secure solution for you to use, advise them of the slowness, and try to get a high ranking employee who uses remote access to complain with you. Upgrading their bandwidth may just be what your connection needs.
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I agree with contacting your IT department. They may have a better solution for you. I don't recommend bypassing the VPN, as they are set up for a reason.
 
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