Remote Desktop 8

Microsoft Remote Desktop: Seamlessly Access Your Windows Desktops and Apps

The Microsoft Remote Desktop app provides convenient remote access to your Windows desktops and applications. Connect to remote PCs or virtual desktops and apps provided by your administrator, ensuring productivity from anywhere.

Getting Started

• Find comprehensive tutorials on using Microsoft Remote Desktop at https://aka.ms/rdanddocs.
• Explore other Microsoft Remote Desktop clients at https://aka.ms/rdclients.
• Share your feedback and suggestions at https://aka.ms/rdandfbk.

Key Features

• Access remote PCs running Windows Professional, Enterprise, and Server editions.
• Connect to remote resources published by your IT administrator.
• Utilize Remote Desktop Gateway for remote connectivity.
• Enjoy a rich multi-touch experience with support for Windows gestures.
• Benefit from secure access to your data and applications.
• Easily manage your connections through the integrated Connection Center.
• Experience high-quality video and audio streaming during your remote sessions.

Permissions

The app requires specific permissions to function correctly.

Optional Access:

• [Storage]: This permission is needed to access local drives and documents from your remote desktop session when local storage redirection is enabled.

Version 8.1.82.445 (Last Updated July 16, 2021):

• Resolved an issue where images were displayed incorrectly as characters.
• Included a notification informing users that Microsoft no longer supports this specific application version.

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