In some cases, there may not be anyone nearby available for fixing a PC problem. Now, let\u2019s say you have a friend or a support technician on the line for solving the issue.<\/p>\n
There can be numerous other scenarios like above that may require unattained access to your system. In this case, the friend\/technician or others gain access of the system for a certain amount of time. After doing the job, it\u2019s complete!<\/p>\n
It\u2019s more important for the enterprise and technical level where things can get pretty messy quite easily.<\/p>\n
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- Multi-session handling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In the professional workspace, you may need to work on several sessions that, if effectively managed, will offer a HUGE boost in productivity and performance.<\/p>\n
With a remote desktop at hand, you can seamlessly switch from one system to another. With each instance at hand, you can directly perform different tasks on each of them.<\/p>\n
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- Cutting down costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In the remote desktop, it\u2019s possible to reduce the costing DRAMATICALLY. The same machine can be used among a number of users; no need to get individual software and machinery.<\/p>\n
For example, take Microsoft Office Suite into account. With remote desktop, multiple people can work on the same machine, using the same software! No need to purchase for individual MS Office Suite while enjoying the full features completely LEGALLY!<\/p>\n
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- Freedom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This is the aspect I prefer the most. Using a remote desktop connection, you can directly access your workstation from anywhere, anytime. All you need is just allowing remote desktop connection with suitable software and an internet connection.<\/p>\n
Cautions<\/h2>\n
The remote desktop connection is, undoubtedly, a powerful tool that\u2019s really valuable in tons of situations. However, it\u2019s never without issues and because of its nature, the remote desktop connection can be pretty dangerous.<\/p>\n
The first and foremost important thing is security. You\u2019re allowing someone else into your system. In fact, you\u2019re giving the power of even the most critical abilities. A crook with such ability can easily perform illegal actions on your system. So, make sure that you\u2019re allowing someone who\u2019s trustworthy.<\/p>\n
You also need a safe internet connection for the purpose. If there\u2019s someone snooping on you via the network, it\u2019s possible to modify the network data and result in a real mess.<\/p>\n
Moreover, the network shouldn\u2019t become a bottleneck for the remote desktop connection. If the network is a bottleneck, then the overall experience and performance will be lowered to the worst.<\/p>\n
TeamViewer for remote desktop<\/h3>\n
Now, whenever we\u2019re talking about the remote desktop, the first thing that crosses our mind is the TeamViewer. It\u2019s a powerful and popular software that allows secure remote desktop connection in an easy manner for all types of purposes \u2013 personal, professional and business.<\/p>\n
In the case of TeamViewer, it\u2019s free for personal usage. For the paid plans, the price is also extremely affordable and cheap despite providing so much feature. It\u2019s safe, fast and above all, reliable. TeamViewer has earned its name in the sector as one of the finest remote desktop services of all.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s check out TeamViewer Linux Mint \u2013 one of the most popular Linux distros of all time.<\/p>\n
Getting TeamViewer<\/h3>\n
Get TeamViewer from the official site<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nStart downloading the DEB package of TeamViewer.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nOnce the download is complete, run the following commands \u2013<\/p>\n
cd ~\/Downloads\/
\nsudo apt install .\/teamviewer_14.1.9025_amd64.deb<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/3-1.png\")
<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/4-1.png\")
<\/p>\nDid you notice that I\u2019m using APT for doing the installation job? It takes care of the dependencies during the installation.<\/p>\n
Using TeamViewer<\/h3>\n
Once the installation is complete, start TeamViewer \u2013<\/p>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/5-2.png\")
<\/p>\nAccept the license agreement \u2013<\/p>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/6-1.png\")
<\/p>\nVoila! TeamViewer is ready to use!<\/p>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/7-1.png\")
<\/p>\nIf you want someone else to connect to your system, then you have to provide him the ID and password.<\/p>\n
For example, I\u2019m on my Windows system and I wish to connect to my Linux machine.<\/p>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/8-1.png\")
<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/9-1.png\")
<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/linuxhint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/10-1.png\")
<\/p>\nVoila! I\u2019m accessing my Linux machine directly from my Windows machine!<\/p>\n
Now, follow the same steps on your Linux system \u2013<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nSo, a new lesson for me \u2013 NEVER access the host system via TeamViewer while you\u2019re using VirtualBox! Learn how to install Linux Mint on VirtualBox<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Enjoy!<\/p>\n
- Freedom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Cutting down costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n