setting up rdp on a vpn
 

I would like to setup a vpn between my laptop and my pc at home so I can take control of my pc (rdp) from my laptop while I am away. Can anyone suggest any decent software to use for the vpn and issues I'll need to be aware of when setting up the link.

thanks

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

LogMe In offer a free solution if it's the level you need:

https://secure.logmein.com/UK/products/free/

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

thanks, I was just taking a look at realvnc

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

tightvnc might be worth a look - not used over a VPN though

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

I have windows server 2008 running on the pc and this has built in PPTP VPN termination
Alternatively you could use open VPN at the pc end

You can then connect to the VPN with the built in windows client and use remote desktop to control your pc

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

thanks for the info, I think I am going to give realvnc a go first and see how I get on. I have already set it up on my pc, I just need to get my laptop to connect to it.

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

I've used various flavours of VNC over VPNs without too much difficulty.

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

I found the free version of real vnc to be too limited though the paid version is ok.
Tight vnc or ultra vnc would possibly suit you better, they certainly suited me.

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

Another vote for UltraVNC. :tu:

http://www.uvnc.com/

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

Personally I would recommend LogMeIn Free for this, saves the hassle of opening ports, remembering IP addresses or DNS names, you login and its all secure where as VNC could be targeted if needed.

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

The problem is with apps LogMeIn, is that you are always relying on a third party. This raises questions as to:

Can you trust them? All your traffic is going through their servers.

What happens if they go down? Hard to place a claim for a free service.

Food for thought.

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

Some valid points but I've never had a problem and not too fussed, got nothing to hide.

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

I've used LogMeIn for years for client machines that are behind a firewall/require a NAT, but I've recently converted to TeamViewer as they have a local client for Mac (and Windows), so it's just a case of double clicking.

LogMeIn always annoyed me as you have to go through their website.

Re: setting up rdp on a vpn
 

Never had a problem with Shrewsoft VPN. This website http://vpncasestudy.com/ tells you how to set up both client and router for many routers available.