The good thing is Windows 11 has built-in Remote Desktop functionality.

you’re free to enable it from Windows 11 prefs or use the dedicated inbuilt app instead.

But certain steps are required to perform before enabling this feature.

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Do you want to know every method and step to enable a remote desktop connection?

Keep reading till the end of this article to know.

Check out our separate post on how to fixWindows 11 remote desktop authentication error.

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Anyone can establish a remote desktop connection from theWindows Settingsapp orControl Panel.

It is also possible to achieve it fromCMDorPowershell.

ARemote Desktop Connectionapp is available in Windows only for accessing PCs remotely.

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IT experts and system support engineers use the remote desktop connection to fix things on the clients PC.

Its not possible to crack & fix problems by handling each PC physically.

Thats why fixing issues on several PCs from a single workstation requires a Remote Desktop connection.

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Note:Its impossible to enable a Remote Desktop connection fromWindows 11 Homeedition.

To use this functionality, upgrade to theWindows ProorEnterpriseedition.

Here are the methods to establish a remote desktop connection in Windows 11:

1.

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There is aRemote Desktopoption under theSystemsection.

This port number is unchangeable.

You may also like to read how toenable remote desktop RDP in Windows 10 home edition.

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So, lets hop into the steps.

punch theCloseicon to exit from the remote desktop.

Enable Remote Desktop from Control Panel

Windows 11 still got the old-style Control Panel.

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In the Control Panel, there is an option to allow Remote Desktop.

With that option, anyone can easily access anothers PC remotely.

So, follow the steps below to allow Remote Desktop from Control Panel.

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TheNetwork Level Authenticationis also selected by default while enabling this feature.

This option is a must for establishing a secure connection with other PCs.

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It only requires some command lines to enable remote desktop connection from the CMD.

So, lets look at the commands for CMD to do that.

Just follow the steps below to enable it.

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What is Remote Desktop & How Does it Work?

The connection establishment is so smooth that it looks like both PCs are connected through a local web connection.

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the user who makes the connection can control the connected PC remotely.

Fascinating, isnt it?

Some remote desktop connection app supports file sharing, and its a great addition to this app.

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Another thing is some remote desktop tools support transmitting audio from the host to the client PC.

Benefits of Remote Desktop Connection

There are many benefits to using the remote desktop connection app.

A remote desktop user can pull up the main workstation PC while traveling or from home.

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IT professionals can easily fix clients PC or server-related issues remotely using this program.

File transfer is available in most remote desktop apps, and thats a great addition to this app.

This improves staff productivity by accessing multi computers from any location.

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Remote desktops program maintains a secure connection between the host & client PC.

Due to theNetwork Level Authenticationfeature, data is passed securely with advanced key encryption.

It also saves money & time because employees dont need to go to the place to access another PC.

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IT professionals can set and block rules on the staffs PC through a remote desktop.

So, the benefits of using the remote desktop program are limitless.

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FAQs

Does Windows 11 have a Remote Desktop Connection?

All versions of Windows 11 have a Remote Desktop Connection except Windows Home.

To enable it, you must go to the Windows configs app.

Do I need Windows 11 Pro to use Remote Desktop?

Yes, you must need a Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise edition to use the Remote Desktop program.

How can I enable Remote Desktop?

Go to theWindows Settingsapp and clickSystemfrom the left panel.

Scroll down and look for theRemote Desktopoption.

Select it and choose thetogglebutton to enable Remote desktop.

Which Windows versions support Remote Desktop Connection?

But Microsoft provides several remote desktop features in Windows 11.

Anyone can enable it from the Windows parameters app.

Otherwise, use the built-in Remote Desktop Connection app.

The app is GUI-based, where you manage all things with many options.

In this article, I have also shown how to enable remote desktop from the CMD & PowerShell.

c’mon comment in the box below if you face any problems regarding the remote desktop.

Best of luck establishing the connection!