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Remote Desktop Access to Windows XP Professional

We permit our users to remote to their Windows XP Pro desktops via the built in Remote Access Client (128-bit encrypted). Authentication is via the user's Active Directory account. This works extremely well for the user as the training is minimal and the understanding of how it works is high. As a user you have access to all your files (including network drives), all your applications (including secure transactions such as Oracle and 3270 access to legacy applications on IBM Mainframe), and all your PC software (no licensing issues for remote borrowed, home or laptop machines).

Remotely the user can use any XP Home or Pro computer as the client is built in (Start/All Programs/Accessories/Communications/Remote Desktop Connection) and ready to use on every Windows XP system. The user may also choose to carry a memory stick, CD, or diskette containing the remote client, this client also works from Windows 95/98/NT/2000 and there is a client available for the Macintosh.

Setting Up the Host (Windows XP-Pro) Machine for Access	Installing Client on Windows 95/98, NT, and 2000 Systems
Run and Configure the Remote Accessing Client Software	Creating a Diskette or CD of the Remote Accessing Client for Travel
Macintosh Remote Client Software & Setup	Running Client Software on Windows XP-Home or XP-Pro System
Microsoft Information on Remote Desktop

If you need additional assistance please contact the Computer Consulting Center (CCC) at (319) 273-5555. The CCC is located in Room 36 ITTC Building (East Gym). Consultants are available to provide hands-on assistance daily Monday through Friday during University Business Hours.

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Remote Desktop Access to Windows XP Professional