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Question

Connect Adroid 4.2 (jb) to Win 8.1 via remote desktop

by Nov 30, 2013 5:24AM PST

I want to use my Andriod 4.2 (jelly bean) tablet to remotely connect to my home PC running Windows 8.1.

I have my PC setup for home theatre (dedicated), and I want to use the tablet to run the PC desktop (remotely) from my couch via my home network. The direction of control would be from tablet to PC (I'm not sure which is considered host/client) ..

I've downloaded the Microsoft Remote Desktop app via the 'Store' to my tablet already, but it seems I need Win8 Pro to make it all come together .. unless someone can walk me through how to connect it all using my Win8.1 version .....

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MSFT RDP?
by Forum moderator Nov 30, 2013 5:50AM PST

The last time I did this I used VNC. But setup varies with every network so it's rare to find more than a guide.
Bob

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Full RDC
by Mr.Bill.08 Nov 30, 2013 7:33AM PST

Windows 8.1 (standard) only allows for Remote Desktop Assistance. Windows 8.1 Pro allows for full Remote Desktop Control and access ...

I'll look at VNC .. thanks for the suggestion ..

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I know RDP
by r. proffitt Forum moderator Nov 30, 2013 7:47AM PST

But that's MSFT and Android, well, MSFT has no love for that.

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Umm ..
by Mr.Bill.08 Dec 4, 2013 12:59PM PST

... MSFT ... ?? ....

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(NT) Stock symbol for a certain company?
by r. proffitt Forum moderator Dec 4, 2013 2:12PM PST
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I will give you a hint....
by birdmantd Forum moderator Dec 4, 2013 8:58PM PST

....it is related to a thing primarily made of glass in most rooms of your house.

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I love this game ..
by Mr.Bill.08 Dec 5, 2013 1:46AM PST

You mean .... Lightbulbs ??? .. <he says with a smirk> ...

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MSFT and Android.
by r. proffitt Forum moderator Dec 5, 2013 1:55AM PST

Sort of the Hatfield and McCoy story. While all this is fun, you know to not expect any co-operation.
Bob

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