That's built into Windows: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/connect-using-remote-desktop-connection#connect-using-remote-desktop-connection=windows-7
Didn't the IT guy tell you? Or didn't you ask?
Kees
At work I have software with licenses installed on several computers. I don’t want to buy new licenses, but I need access to the programs from my laptop. What would you recommend?

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