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Remote Desktop Connection is described as 'technology that allows you to sit at a computer (sometimes called the client computer) and connect to a remote computer (sometimes called the host computer) in a different location' and is a very popular Remote Desktop tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Remote Desktop Connection for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone. The best alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try RustDesk or Chrome Remote Desktop. Other great apps like Remote Desktop Connection are AnyDesk, Remmina, DWService and mRemoteNG.

Remote Desktop Connection alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools but may also be Web Conferencing Tools or Video Calling Apps. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Remote Desktop Connection.
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  1. TeamViewer icon

    TeamViewer

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    143 alternatives to TeamViewer 

    TeamViewer lets you establish a connection to any PC or server within just a few seconds. You can remote control the PC of your partner as if you were sitting right in front of it.

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    1.  Support for Multiple MonitorsTeamViewer supports the use of multiple displays.
    2.  Unattended AccessTeamViewer can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
    3.  Screen SharingYou can use TeamViewer to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
    4.  Desktop SharingTeamViewer enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
    5.  PortableTeamViewer can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
    6.  Wi-Fi SharingTeamViewer can help you quickly share your Wi-Fi with your friends and colleagues.
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    TeamViewer vs Remote Desktop Connection opinions
    Most users think TeamViewer is a great alternative to Remote Desktop Connection.
    Guest

    You're not opening a session with teamviewer

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    AnyDesk

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    134 alternatives to AnyDesk 

    AnyDesk offers a fast, intuitive and security-focused way to connect to remote computers. With a bevy of features and lightweight design that works across multiple desktop and mobile platforms, it's powerful enough for enterprises but easy enough for personal and home office...

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    1.  Unattended AccessAnyDesk can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
    2.  LightweightAnyDesk consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    3.  Screen SharingYou can use AnyDesk to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
    4.  Support for AliasesAnyDesk supports aliases, so you can receive email without exposing your main email address
    5.  PortableAnyDesk can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
    6.  Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in AnyDesk simultaneously.
    7.  Two-factor AuthenticationAnyDesk supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
    8.  No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in AnyDesk without registration.
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    AnyDesk vs Remote Desktop Connection opinions
    Most users think AnyDesk is a great alternative to Remote Desktop Connection.
    Guest

    Easier interface, or user friendly IMO. Once you get into the many options and settings though I can see it being overwhelming. What sold it for me was the Cross-Platform Unattended access option, allowing me to operate of control any device in my network. Only drawbacks for myself would be issues with connecting to a ChromeOS device (Chromebook), as well as increased lazyness.

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    arikalbukrek

    Very nice app you don't need to be a Champion in Computers. I have connected my mac to nuc+proxpox+windows 10

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    RustDesk

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    111 alternatives to RustDesk 

    The open source alternative to TeamViewer and AnyDesk. Display and control your PC and Android devices from anywhere at anytime. Works out of the box, no configuration required. You have full control of your data, with no concerns about security.

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    1.  Unattended AccessRustDesk can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
    2.  No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in RustDesk without registration.
    3.  End-to-End EncryptionRustDesk has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
    4.  LightweightRustDesk consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    5.  Screen SharingYou can use RustDesk to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
    6.  Desktop SharingRustDesk enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
    7.  Ad-freeRustDesk doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
    8.  PortableRustDesk can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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  5. Chrome Remote Desktop icon

    Chrome Remote Desktop

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    92 alternatives to Chrome Remote Desktop 

    Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through Chrome browser or a Chromebook. Computers can be made available on an short-term basis for scenarios such as ad hoc remote support, or on a more long-term basis for remote access to your applications...

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    Almost everyone thinks Chrome Remote Desktop is a great alternative to Remote Desktop Connection.
    Guest

    It is dazzling fast, and super easy to setup, compared to any other alternative I've tried.

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    Remmina

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    131 alternatives to Remmina 

    Remmina is a remote desktop client written in GTK+. Remmina primarily targets system administrators and travelers that need to work with computers remotely in front of either large monitors or tiny netbooks.

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    Almost everyone thinks Remmina is a great alternative to Remote Desktop Connection.
    pavanvo

    I like Remmina as an alternative to Remote Desktop Connection because it's free software and have all the features what I need

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    Horizon

    I've been using Remote Desktop Connection (Manager) for years as a Windows user. Remmina seems like the most popular alternative for Linux, and honestly, it works. The interface isn't quite as simple as it seems to support a lot more, but I had it up and running in a couple of minutes.

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    Guest

    #1 FREE! I use it in Linux to connect to Windows servers for a couple reasons. I also have the commercial version of TeamViewer. (But TV only see one person/user/login) Remmina I can login as another remote user, SET MY SCREEN RES!!! That is the most important thing when logging in on a small high res screen. Windows removed scaling. :(

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    Guest

    I use Remmina on Linux to remote into a WIndows PC. Works great.

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    DWService

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    107 alternatives to DWService 

    DWService is an half (only the client/agent) open source project which offers a service that allows access to remote systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry...) using a standard web browser - without any component required on the client side.

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    1.  Ad-freeDWService doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
    2.  Unattended AccessDWService can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
    3.  Two-factor AuthenticationDWService supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
    4.  LightweightDWService consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    It allows you to fully control the remote system by displaying its screen and allowing cursor control and keyboard input
    It allows you to fully access the file system of the remote system
    It allows you to monitor the status of the remote system
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    Guest

    Very convenient on th ego remote access to any desktop

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    Guest

    quick simple interface and relatively easy to set up best of all it's open source and free.

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    mRemoteNG

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    74 alternatives to mRemoteNG 

    mRemoteNG is a fork of mRemote , an open source, tabbed, multi-protocol, remote connections manager.

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    Almost everyone thinks mRemoteNG is a great alternative to Remote Desktop Connection.
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    UltraVNC

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    90 alternatives to UltraVNC 

    UltraVNC is easy to use and free software that can display the screen of another computer (via the Internet or a local network) on your own screen. The program allows you to use your mouse and keyboard to control the other computer remotely.

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    1.  LightweightUltraVNC consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    2.  PortableUltraVNC can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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    Almost everyone thinks UltraVNC is a great alternative to Remote Desktop Connection.
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    TightVNC

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    99 alternatives to TightVNC 

    TightVNC is a free remote desktop application. With TightVNC, you can see the desktop of a remote machine and control it with your local mouse and keyboard, just like you would do it sitting in the front of that computer.

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    1.  LightweightTightVNC consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    2.  No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in TightVNC without registration.
    3.  PortableTightVNC can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
    4.  Two-factor AuthenticationTightVNC supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
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    NoMachine

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    118 alternatives to NoMachine 

    NoMachine NX is an enterprise-class solution for secure remote access, desktop virtualization, and hosted desktop deployment built around the self-designed and self-developed NX suite of components. Thanks to its outstanding compression, session resilience and resource...

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    1.  Ad-freeNoMachine doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
    2.  Desktop SharingNoMachine enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
    3.  Controller SupportNoMachine supports the use of a controller (XBOX, PlayStation, etc.).
    4.  No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in NoMachine without registration.
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