Are you using Ubuntu, but need to access a Windows computer or server remotely? Don’t worry! Thanks to Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), you can easily connect to a Windows computer from your Ubuntu machine. In this article, we’ll guide you through the simple steps involved in setting up and using RDP on Ubuntu to connect to a Windows computer, whether for remote working, technical support or any other remote control need.
Step 1: Configuring your Windows computer or server
Before you can use RDP from Ubuntu, you need to configure your Windows computer or server to allow remote connections.
Enable remote connections and configure a static IP address if necessary.
To do this, follow these steps:
- Go to Windows Settings, then System > Remote Desktop.
- Enable the “Allow remote connections on this computer” option.
Step 2: Install the application on Ubuntu
First, make sure your Ubuntu system is up to date.
sudo apt update & sudo upgradeThen start by installing an RDP client such as Remmina.
Open the terminal and run the following commands:
sudo apt install remminaOnce installed, search for and launch the application.
Step 3: Setting up the RDP connection
In the Remmina application, click on + or New connection to create a new RDP connection.
See also: Using RDP to connect to a Windows computer from MacOS
Enter the IP address or host name of the Windows computer you wish to control remotely, along with your credentials.
Save your connection settings for easy access in the future.
Step 4: Connecting to your Windows computer from Ubuntu
Select the connection you have created in Remmina, right-click and click on Connection.
Enter your username and password again when prompted, and you’ll be connected to the remote Windows computer from Ubuntu.
Congratulations, you’re now connected to Windows from Ubuntu.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you can use RDP to connect to a Windows computer from Ubuntu. RDP offers a practical and efficient solution for remote access to Windows computers from Ubuntu machines, facilitating remote working, technical support and other remote control needs. Take advantage of this technology to stay connected to your Windows devices wherever you are.
