This Remote Access section contains
the following helpful information:
- If you run a small office or home office, you might have two or three
computers, with your main computer running Windows XP.
- Remote Desktop can be an absolute life saver when you're on the road. If you're stuck in a hotel with a wireless network that does not allow outbound VPN connections, but they do allow outbound Remote Desktop connections, you are able to connect to your Windows XP desktop, access your files, and work just as if your at the office or home. It's great! However, you need to enable Remote Desktop on your office/home computer before you leave, and then configure your Internet Router to support connections through the Internet. Here are some tips and tricks:
- If you're using the Windows XP Internet Connection Services (ICS) to
connect your network to the Internet, you can use a feature included with ICS
that will allow you to connect to your Windows XP computer from anywhere on
the Internet.
- Many of you have multiple Windows XP computers running Remote Desktop on
your home or SOHO networks.
- The Windows 2000 Terminal Server allows you to run programs, like
Microsoft Office, on the Terminal Server machine and not at your desktop.
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We often give a tip or trick that requires you to edit the Registry. It's
always a good idea to back up the registry before making any change. The
fastest way to do this is to back up the Registry key to which you're going
to make changes.
IT-Expert on Call recommends that you Buy Registry First Aid Platinum [linked for
information and purchase], a professional grade Registry editor.
Caveat Emptor
Warning: If you use Registry
Editor incorrectly, you may cause serious problems that may require you to
reinstall your operating system. We cannot guarantee that you can solve
problems that result from using Registry Editor incorrectly. Use Registry
Editor at your own risk.
Special Note: If you are working on a
Corporate Desktop - it may be locked due to your
corporate security policy -- consequently you may not be able apply many of
the Tips, Hints and/or Tweaks found here. Most Corporate Desktops are
prevented from making changes of any kind.
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