Microsoft Remote Desktop offers a seamless way to access Windows desktops and applications remotely, ensuring you remain productive regardless of your location. Whether you need to connect to a remote PC or utilize virtual apps and desktops provided by your administrator, this app is designed to meet your needs efficiently.

Getting Started

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Features

• Access to Remote PCs: Connect to PCs running Windows Professional, Enterprise, or Windows Server with ease.
• Remote Resources: Seamlessly access resources published by your IT administrator.
• Remote Desktop Gateway: Establish connections through a Remote Desktop Gateway for secure access.
• Multi-Touch Experience: Enjoy a rich, multi-touch interface with support for Windows gestures.
• Secure Connections: Rest assured your data and applications are accessed through secure connections.
• Connection Management: Easily manage all your connections from the intuitive Connection Center.
• High-Quality Streaming: Experience high-quality video and audio streaming for an immersive remote experience.

Permissions

To fully utilize the app's capabilities, certain permissions are necessary. Below are the optional permissions required:

• [Storage]: This permission is needed to access local drives and documents from the Remote Desktop session when the "Redirect local storage" feature is enabled.

What's New in Version 8.1.82.445

Last updated on Jul 16, 2021

• Bug Fixes: Resolved an issue where images were incorrectly displayed as characters.
• User Notification: Added a pop-up to inform users that this version of the application is no longer supported by Microsoft.