How to Guide for Remote Viewing

You can view remote computers using the Remote Desktop feature in Windows.
If you use multiple PCs in different locations, like home and work, you have probably come across a situation where you want to be able to access a file or program on a remote computer. The Windows 7 operating system supports the Remote Desktop protocol, which allows PC users to connect to remote computers and view their desktop as if they were sitting in front of it. Before you can start remote viewing, Remote Desktop must be enabled on the computer you want to access.


Instructions

Things You'll Need
PCs running Windows 7

1 Open the "Start" menu on the PC that you want to be able to access remotely.

2 Right-click on "Computer" and choose "Properties."

3 Click on the "Remote Settings" link on the left side of the window.

4 Choose the radio button next to "Allow connections from computers running any version of Remote Desktop" and click "OK" to save the settings.

5 Open the Start menu on the PC that you want to use to initiate the remote viewing session.

6 Expand the "All Programs" list, go into the "Accessories" folder and click on "Remote Desktop Connection."

7 Enter the hostname or IP address of the remote machine in the "Computer" field.

8 Press the "Connect" button to initiatie a remote viewing session. After logging in, you will be able to view the remote computer's desktop.