Power Remote Desktop

Remote desktop solutions have become more popular than ever, especially in the context of the global pandemic, and are found at the core of more and more fields, due to their versatility and flexibility in enabling users’ access to remote content. However, given the default remote utils that might be found with the OS you are currently running, do come with both advantages and disadvantages, and more and more third-party clients are addressing the issue, aiming at providing a more efficient approach.

One such remote desktop client is Power Remote Desktop, which is entirely Windows PowerShell-based, and has no dependencies on RDP and associated protocols. It will enable users remote desktop functionality, for remote control, streaming, as well as multi-screen support.

Its main working principle relies on two distinct components, a server, and a viewer, each being deployable via the gallery of the PowerShell client, and the developer offers a detailed tutorial here.

It features secure network traffic, thanks to TLS v1.2 or 1.3 encryption, and challenge-based server authentication, working in conjuncture with an X509 certificate. Clipboard synchronization, mouse cursor icon state, as well as dedicated visualizing features, such as a “View Only” mode, are just a few of the numerous available features.