setting up rdp on a vpn

General Maximus · 29-03-2011, 20:39

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

Web-Junkie · 29-03-2011, 20:45

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

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

General Maximus · 29-03-2011, 20:52

thanks, I was just taking a look at realvnc

Pog66 · 30-03-2011, 12:39

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

flashpaul · 04-04-2011, 22:37

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

General Maximus · 04-04-2011, 22:42

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.

papasmurf · 10-04-2011, 02:00

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

ZrByte · 10-04-2011, 09:35

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.

TheNorm · 10-04-2011, 10:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZrByte

...Tight vnc or ultra vnc would possibly suit you better, they certainly suited me.

Another vote for UltraVNC.

http://www.uvnc.com/

Matthew · 11-04-2011, 01:01

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.

papasmurf · 11-04-2011, 01:21

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.

Matthew · 11-04-2011, 23:25

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

jrhnewark · 12-04-2011, 01:01

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.

Waldo Pepper · 13-04-2011, 18:08

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.