How to Enable Remote Desktop

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click the "Start" button.

   Choose "Control Panel." Click "Performance and Maintenance." Click the icon labeled "System."
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   Step 2: Choose the "Remote" tab.

   Check the box labeled "Allow users to connect remotely to this computer" and click "OK."
   
   Choose "Security Center" and then click "Windows Firewall." Uncheck the "Don't allow exceptions" box. , Click "OK."
   
   Your computer is now ready to be accessed remotely.
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   Step 3: Navigate back to the "Control Panel" and the "Pick a category" screen.

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   Step 4: Select the "Exceptions" tab and check the "Remote desktop" box.

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   Step 5: Leave your computer running and leave it connected to the Internet.

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