Best remote desktop tool - Windows

[+Nik Louch Subscriber²]

I run a server at home (OK, a few but for this discussion just the one).  It's running Windows, as are my client desktops, so I just RDP in, job done.

However, I find myself living in another (trusted) location a lot currently and would like to remotely access it.  My brain keeps going to something like TeamViewer or LogMeIn, but I am aware that my thinking here is based around maybe decade-old knowledge.

Is there something newer/better I should consider using for this task?

Thanks

[xrobwx71]

Rustdesk.

https://rustdesk.com/

You can even set up your own relay server (if you desire).

[Epaminombas]

Although there are many options available today, it is best to trust those that have some security reputation.
You can't trust any random company out there.

[Naveen_Reloaded]

Nomachine ? 

[Mindovermaster Global Moderator]

This help at all?

[Matthew S.]

Wouldn't it just be safer to VPN into the same network as your servers and just continue to use RDP? 🤨

[Ixion]

I agree that VPN in and then use RDP is my preferred option, to give you another choice which is very simple to set up https://remotedesktop.google.com/access

Chrome Remote access is pretty solid and a very minimal install.

[Circaflex]

I juse setup a VPN on my network and RDP using that. I tried a bunch of tools but for just getting into my home network, i found VPN and RDP the most efficient way to do it.

[Semon]

I sometimes help relatives who live far away with different setups. For the past six months or so, I’ve been using https://www.helpwire.app/ for remote access. It runs perfectly on Windows and also on Mac and Linux. It’s free and has all the features I need.