Remote access — the ability to control a computer from a different location over the network — might not be something you need to use every day. However, it does come in handy in certain situations.

1. You will need to be connected to UAB's Campus VPN or Hospital VPN, before you may proceed with the following steps. 2. Go to the Start Menu and search for, and open, Remote Desktop Connection. 3.

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) allows you to access your computer over a network, but connecting from outside your local network (over the internet) introduces additional challenges. If you can connect ...