How to Establish a Remote Desktop Connection on Your Mac

Are you looking for a way to remotely access your computer from anywhere? Look no further than Microsoft Remote Desktop! With this app, you can easily set up a remote desktop connection and work on your files and projects from anywhere.

To get started, you'll need to download and install the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from the App Store. Once installed, follow these steps:

1. Click the 'Add Desktop' button to begin adding the remote desktop connection.

2. Enter the IP address or DNS name of the remote computer in the 'PC name' field. This information should be provided by your professor or system administrator.

3. If you see a 'certificate couldn't be verified' message, click continue and enter the credentials provided by your professor or system administrator.

Once you've entered the necessary information, you can start the remote desktop connection. To do this, click the connection you added to start the remote desktop connection.

Saving User Account Credentials

One of the benefits of using Microsoft Remote Desktop is that you can save your user account credentials to avoid retyping them each time you establish a connection. This means you'll only need to enter your credentials once and then you'll be able to access your remote computer without having to re-enter them.

Closing the Connection

To close the connection, simply click 'Window' -> 'Close' or press + W. Your remote desktop connection will be closed, but you can easily reopen it by starting the Microsoft Remote Desktop app again and selecting the connection you added earlier.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you experience any issues with your remote desktop connection, there are a few troubleshooting tips you can try:

* Make sure that you have entered the correct IP address or DNS name of the remote computer.

* Check that your professor or system administrator has provided you with the necessary credentials to access the remote computer.

* If you're using a firewall, make sure it's not blocking the connection.

By following these steps and troubleshooting tips, you should be able to establish a successful remote desktop connection on your Mac. Happy computing!

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