VPS RDP

Remote Desktop or RDP is a technology and utility from Microsoft that allows you to access the Windows desktop and control a remote computer from your workplace.

VPS with RDP support is virtual servers that can be managed using a “remote desktop”. This approach allows you to significantly simplify the administration of servers, as well as run specialized software on a powerful PC in the data center and use it to solve resource-intensive tasks.

What is RDP (remote desktop)?

Remote desktop access technology developed by Microsoft to manage virtual personal servers running the Windows operating system. Using RDP, you can establish a connection to the server from the administrator’s computer over the internet. He gets the opportunity to manage it, configure it, install software, and perform other operations.

The connection to the VPS is carried out by the network address, and the user is identified by the administrator’s login and password. To use this technology, the VPS must be installed on a remote machine. If the server is running Windows, RDP is already present and ready to go. However, RDP utilities exist for other operating systems as well.

Using Remote Desktop, you can not only administer the server but also run complex applications and calculations on a powerful computer. Thanks to this, VPS can be used as a tool for processing BigData, launching gaming services, and engineering software.

What is VPS with RDP

A Virtual Private Server is a powerful computer in a data center. Remote Desktop allows you to connect to it and use the OS interface as if the administrator was using standard I/O.

This greatly enhances the user experience. The server in this case turns into a powerful PC for solving resource-intensive tasks. In this case, the tenant receives several advantages:

• Renting a virtual server is much cheaper than buying a powerful computer or hosting a dedicated server.
• Remote Desktop greatly simplifies administration and allows you to solve resource-intensive tasks.
• The user receives a strictly allocated amount of processor power, RAM, and drives. There is no dynamic reallocation of resources, which guarantees the desired performance.
• If necessary, you can increase the number of resources by purchasing a new tariff. The client can rent an inexpensive server and expand its capabilities as the need for computing power grows.

Main features of VPS with RPD support

Remote Desktop from Microsoft allows you to solve various tasks:

• Remote launch of applications. When you run RDP, you can use the remote server as you would your personal computer. The operating system interface and running applications will be displayed on the screen. Thanks to the high power of the server, you can speed up the execution of programs. The delay can be caused by a slow internet connection, so when choosing a VPS with RDP, you need to pay attention to the quality of services provided by hosting providers.
• Remote administration. The server software administrator does not need to use additional utilities to configure programs and install and replace them. It is enough for them to connect to the IP address and select the necessary options in the familiar interface. This saves a lot of time and money in maintaining remote servers.
• Expanding the capabilities of the computer. The VPS rental service with RDP can be used by individuals who need a powerful computer. This protocol does not allow you to play games due to high ping, but thanks to it, you can run engineering software, DBMS, etc.

How Remote Desktop Works

A server with RDP establishes a connection to a remote computer over a separate network channel. The operation algorithm of this technology:

1. A connection is established on the transport node. To do this, it is necessary that network port 3389 be opened for access to the firewall.
2. The protocol initializes the session, within which the order of data exchange between the VPS and the administrator’s computer is coordinated.
3. The server transmits data about what is displayed on the screen, and the user enters data in response.

The remote virtual server is controlled using the input/output devices of the client computer — monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Information is transmitted using the standard TCP/IP protocol, on which the entire internet operates.

However, for greater security, the connection is additionally encrypted. This eliminates the interception of data by third parties and reduces the risk of unauthorized access to the corporate server.

Advantages and Disadvantages of RDP

Remote Desktop, which is used to access virtual servers on Windows has several advantages:

• RDP belongs to the application layer protocols. Therefore, it functions based on any type of network. If necessary, you can create a VPN and exchange information within the virtual network for even greater security.
• For the remote desktop to work, VPN is necessary. The data is not stored on a cloud server, which eliminates the risk of its theft. The exchange takes place directly between the remote computer and the device of the user who controls it.
• You don’t need physical access to set up a remote VPS. One administrator can manage several servers from his workplace, which ensures a high speed of work. Thanks to this, you can reduce the cost of paying for the services of an IT specialist.
• Renting a VPS with RDP support allows you to flexibly organize the work of your employees. There is no need to purchase and install a powerful computer to process large amounts of data or run resource-intensive applications. It is enough to rent a virtual server with the necessary hardware resources to solve a specific problem.
• RDP can run on a low-speed network connection. Therefore, the server administrator can manage it through a mobile connection. Special utilities for smartphones have been developed with which you can manage a remote server.

The disadvantage of this technology is delaying the transmission of information. Video playback or fast scrolling of pages in the browser will not be possible due to the fact that the data is transmitted over the network.

How to connect to a server using a Remote Desktop

The algorithm for using RDP to manage a virtual server depends on what device the administrator uses and what OS he has installed. In the operating system from Windows, the necessary utility is already installed. In others, it needs to be downloaded from the internet or the application store.

Action plan:

1. Find the remote desktop client in the menu and launch it. You can also call the command line and write in it the name of the utility file – mstsc.
2. The connection requires the network address of the remote server. It is displayed in the control panel. You need to find it in the list and enter it in the appropriate box in RDP.
3. You will also need a username and password for the remote desktop. They are specified in a separate field in the server properties in the control panel.
4. In some cases, when you log on to a remote server, you may receive a warning that the certificate cannot be authenticated. In this case, just click on the OK button to continue the procedure.

Rent of virtual servers

Do you need a virtual server with Windows Server operating system and the ability to connect to a remote computer using a Remote Desktop (RDP)? Please contact King Servers.

We offer VPS with Windows with the ability to connect via RDP to manage a remote computer located in a data center in the Russian Federation, European countries, or the USA.

You can access the server within a few minutes. To do this, you just need to choose a tariff, pay for it, and then use the received login and password. You will connect to a remote server and be able to deploy a website, Company Portal, database server, or other projects on it.