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How Do I Add a Username to My Remote Desktop?

Published in Computer Security 2 mins read

You can't directly add a username to your Remote Desktop. The username you use to connect to your Remote Desktop is the same username you use to log into your computer. However, you can manage user accounts on your computer to control who can access Remote Desktop.

Here are the steps to manage user accounts on your Windows computer:

1. Access User Accounts

  • Open the Control Panel.
  • Search for User Accounts.
  • Click on User Accounts.

2. Manage Users

  • Click on "Manage another account".
  • Choose the user you want to manage.
  • Click on "Create a new account" to add a new user.

3. Set User Permissions

  • When creating a new user, you can choose the account type:
    • Administrator: Full control over the computer.
    • Standard: Limited access to the computer.
  • For existing users, you can adjust their permissions.

4. Enable Remote Desktop Access

  • Once you have created or modified user accounts, you can enable Remote Desktop access for specific users.
  • Open the System Properties window.
  • Go to the "Remote" tab.
  • Select "Allow remote connections to this computer".
  • You can also choose to allow connections only from computers running Remote Desktop with Network Level Authentication (recommended for security).

Important Notes:

  • Make sure you have a strong password for each user account.
  • Only grant administrator privileges to users you trust.
  • Always keep your computer and software up-to-date with the latest security patches.

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