Open Source Windows Remote Desktop Software
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View 96 business solutionsBrowse free open source Remote Desktop software and projects for Windows below. Use the toggles on the left to filter open source Remote Desktop software by OS, license, language, programming language, and project status.
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TurboVNC
High-speed, 3D-friendly, TightVNC-compatible remote desktop software
TurboVNC is a high-performance, enterprise-quality version of VNC based on TightVNC, TigerVNC, and X.org. It contains a variant of Tight encoding that is tuned for maximum performance and compression with 3D applications (VirtualGL), video, and other image-intensive workloads. TurboVNC, in combination with VirtualGL, provides a complete solution for remotely displaying 3D applications with interactive performance. TurboVNC's high-speed encoding methods have been adopted by TigerVNC and libvncserver, and TurboVNC is also compatible with any other TightVNC derivative. TurboVNC forked from TightVNC in 2004 and still covers all of the TightVNC 1.3.x features, but TurboVNC contains numerous feature enhancements and bug fixes relative to TightVNC, and it compresses 3D and video workloads much better than TightVNC while using generally only 5-20% of the CPU time of the latter. Using non-default settings, TurboVNC can also be made to compress 2D workloads as "tightly" as TightVNC. -
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RustDesk
An open-source remote desktop, and alternative to TeamViewer
RustDesk is a full-featured open source remote control alternative for self-hosting and security with minimal configuration. Desktop versions use Flutter or Sciter (deprecated) for GUI, this tutorial is for Sciter only, since it is easier and more friendly to start. Check out our CI for building Flutter version. You have full control of your data, with no concerns about security. You can use our rendezvous/relay server, or self-hosting, or write your own rendezvous/relay server. -
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UltraViewer
Free remote desktop control software for Windows
UltraViewer is a lightweight, fast and completely free remote desktop software designed for remote support, online meetings, remote work and computer administration. It allows you to remotely control a partner’s computer securely with minimal latency, transfer files, chat and share screen in both directions. Widely used by IT technicians and individuals for quick remote assistance. The program works through firewalls and routers without complex configuration thanks to built-in ID/Password connection system. UltraViewer is safe – all sessions are encrypted and require explicit permission from the controlled side. No registration or subscription required. Perfect alternative to TeamViewer, AnyDesk or Chrome Remote Desktop when you need a simple, portable and cost-free solution. -
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MeshCentral
A complete web-based remote monitoring and management web site
The open source, multi-platform, self-hosted, feature-packed web site for remote device management. MeshCentral is a full computer management web site. With MeshCentral, you can run your own web server to remotely manage and control computers on a local network or anywhere on the internet. Once you get the server started, create device group and download and install an agent on each computer you want to manage. A minute later, the new computer will show up on the web site and you can take control of it. MeshCentral includes full web-based remote desktop, terminal and file management capability. -
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TightVNC is an improved version of VNC, great free remote-desktop tool. The improvements include bandwidth-friendly "Tight" encoding, file transfers in the Windows version, enhanced GUI, many bugfixes, and more.
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xrdp
An open source RDP server
xrdp provides a graphical login to remote machines using RDP (Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol). xrdp accepts connections from a variety of RDP clients: FreeRDP, rdesktop, NeutrinoRDP and Microsoft Remote Desktop Client (for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android). As Windows-to-Windows Remote Desktop can, xrdp supports not only graphics remoting but also two-way clipboard transfer (text, bitmap, file), audio redirection, drive redirection (mount local client drives on a remote machine). Connect to a Linux desktop using RDP from anywhere (requires xorgxrdp Xorg module). Reconnect to an existing session. Session resizing (both on-connect and on-the-fly). RDP/VNC proxy (connect to another RDP/VNC server via xrdp). xrdp primarily targets GNU/Linux operating system. x86 (including x86-64) and ARM processors are most mature architecture to run xrdp on. Most Linux distributions should distribute the latest release of xrdp in their repository. -
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noVNC
VNC client web application
noVNC is a VNC client JavaScript library as well as an application built on top of that library. noVNC runs well in any modern browser, including mobile browsers (iOS and Android). -
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Aspia
Remote desktop and file transfer tool
Free open-source application for real-time desktop remote control and file transfer. With Aspia, you can create your own NAT traversal infrastructure (using Router and Relay servers) with connection by ID or use direct connections. Aspia supports many features. Among them, detailed information about the system, task manager, audio, and text chat. It is safe. All transmitted data is encrypted. Add computers for quick connection, and create computer groups. Encryption of address books with a master password is supported. Connect to computers from your address book for work or remote assistance. Simple and fast. Manage files on the remote and local computer, transfer them to a remote computer or copy from it. -
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RDP Wrapper Library
RDP Wrapper Library
RDP Wrapper is a Windows-based utility that enables Remote Desktop functionality on systems where it is normally restricted, such as Home editions of Windows, by acting as a compatibility layer between the operating system and the Remote Desktop Services. Instead of modifying system files directly, it wraps around the existing RDP service, allowing multiple concurrent sessions and host capabilities without altering core system components. This approach helps preserve system integrity while unlocking features that are typically reserved for higher-tier Windows editions. The tool relies on configuration files that adapt to different Windows versions, ensuring compatibility across updates. It also includes diagnostic tools that allow users to verify service status, listener availability, and configuration health. RDP Wrapper is particularly useful for home users and developers who need remote access capabilities without upgrading their operating system. -
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Anydesk
AnyDesk is a program for remote access to computers and devices
AnyDesk is a program for remote access to computers and devices. It allows you to work with files, programs and documents without being bound to a specific place and time. -
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Tactical RMM
A remote monitoring & management tool, built with Django, Vue and Go
Tactical RMM is a remote monitoring & management tool, built with Django and Vue. It uses an agent written in golang and integrates with MeshCentral. Demo database resets every hour. A lot of features are disabled for obvious reasons due to the nature of this app. Teamviewer-like remote desktop control. Real-time remote shell. Remote file browser (download and upload files). Remote command and script execution (batch, powershell and python scripts). Event log viewer. Services management. Windows patch management. Automated checks with email/SMS alerting (cpu, disk, memory, services, scripts, event logs). Automated task runner (run scripts on a schedule). Remote software installation via chocolatey. Software and hardware inventory. -
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WakeMeOnLan
Turn on computers remotely by sending Wake-on-LAN (WOL) packet
This utility allows you to easily turn on one or more computers remotely by sending Wake-on-LAN (WOL) packet to the remote computers. When your computers are turned on, WakeMeOnLan allows you to scan your network, and collect the MAC addresses of all your computers, and save the computers list into a file. Later, when your computers are turned off or in standby mode, you can use the stored computers list to easily choose the computer you want to turn on, and then turn on all these computers with a single click. WakeMeOnLan also allows you to turn on a computer from command-line, by specifying the computer name, IP address, or the MAC address of the remote network card. -
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ThinVNC - Web Remote Desktop
HTML5 Client for Remote Desktop Access
ThinVNC is a web remote access client (browser-based, HTML5). It's an improved version of the standard VNC protocol. It covers all the same scenarios, but shows a much better performance, without the need to install a PC client or any browser plugin. Once you install ThinVNC on the PC or Laptop that acts as "server", you just need a web browser to connect. Access your desktop and files remotely (even from mobile devices) and work as if you were just in from that computer. ThinVNC is a pure web Remote Access implementation (HTML5 & AJAX based). The web client works on any HTML5-compliant browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, IE, or Edge. NOTE: This project was the first version of Thinfinity VNC. Visit our website try out the most recent version of this product and check our other virtualization, WFH, and RDP solutions. -
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ShellHub
Get seamless remote access to any Linux device
ShellHub is a centralized SSH gateway that allows users to remotely access and manage their servers and devices from anywhere, using a web browser or a mobile app. It provides a secure and convenient way to connect to and control your servers and devices and can help to improve the security of your servers by preventing unauthorized access. ShellHub incorporates the use of Docker containers to facilitate the integration of new devices into the platform, simplifying configuration. ShellHub uses the SSH communication protocol to allow data exchange with the guarantee of privacy and integrity. Support multiple devices connected at the same time, different networks, and integration with architectures, including ARM (32 and 64 bits), which is used in most embedded devices, like Raspberry Pi, and i.MX6. -
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Galinette cendrée
Administration Remote Desktop Service - TSAdmin
Remote Desktop Service - User Profile Disks - TSAdmin Administration des terminaux légers dans un environnement RDS. Galinette cendrée est un outil destiné aux administrateurs d’architecture RDS Terminal Server. Sa fonction première est de gérer les sessions RDP/TSE des utilisateurs via une interface simple. Il permet de remplacer « TSAdmin » ou le « Gestionnaire de service de bureaux à distance ». - Gestion des sessions RDP pour un serveur Broker (Bureau à distance et Remote App) - Gestion des profils VHD et VHDX pour un partage UPD. - Gestion des profils FSLOGIX - Prise de contrôle via le mode Shadow Session - Prise de contrôle via un logiciel tiers installé sur le terminal (VNC…) - Intégration avec Active Directory - Interrogation LDAP des utilisateurs AD - Interrogation WMI du terminal - Gestion des processus pour un utilisateur - Envoyer des messages pour un serveur ou un utilisateur -
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Selkies-GStreamer
Open-Source Low-Latency Accelerated Linux WebRTC HTML5 Remote Desktop
selkies-gstreamer is a GStreamer-based media streaming component used in the Selkies project, a cloud-native platform designed for interactive desktop and application streaming. This module acts as a high-performance media pipeline that captures video, encodes it with low latency, and streams it via WebRTC to client browsers. It is optimized for GPU-accelerated encoding and integrates with Kubernetes-based deployments to enable scalable, real-time remote desktop sessions. This component plays a critical role in delivering smooth, responsive experiences for cloud-based workstations, gaming, or visualization tools. -
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Apache Guacamole
HTML5 Clientless Remote Desktop
Apache Guacamole is a clientless remote desktop gateway. It supports standard protocols like VNC, RDP, and SSH. We call it clientless because no plugins or client software are required. Thanks to HTML5, once Guacamole is installed on a server, all you need to access your desktops is a web browser. -
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RabbitRemoteControl
Remote control. Support VNC, RDP, Terminal, SSH, TELNET etc
Rabbit Remote Control is a open-source, cross-platform, multi-protocol remote control software. Allows you to use any device and system in anywhere and remotely manage any device and system in any way. Its goal is to be simple, convenient, security and easy to use, improving work efficiency. It include remote desktop, remote control, file transfer(FTP, SFTP), terminal, remote terminal(SSH, TELNET), player, network tools etc functions. This is only a read-only mirror repository. Main repository: https://github.com/KangLin/RabbitRemoteControl -
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Remote Desktop Client for the GNOME Desktop. Supported protocols: RDP, VNC, SSH. Configured sessions can be saved to the built in list. Additional programs required: rdesktop, tightvnc, ssh, gnome-terminal. Application can be run with Mono runtime.
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P2P Remote Desktop
P2P Remote Desktop - Portable, No Configuration or Installation Needed
p2p is a simple and educational peer-to-peer communication framework that demonstrates how devices can discover, connect, and exchange data directly without a central server. Built in C#, this project provides an easy-to-understand foundation for P2P networking, including peer discovery, messaging, and connection management. It’s particularly useful for learners and developers exploring decentralized communication or building the groundwork for P2P applications like chat systems or multiplayer games. -
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UltraVNC
UltraVNC: Remote Access Tools VNC/RFB Remote Desktop Support Software
UltraVNC: Remote Desktop Support Software - Remote PC Access - Remote Desktop Connection Software - VNC/RFB Compatibility - Virtual Network Computing - Remote Frame Buffer - FileTransfer - Encryption Plugin - Text Chat - MS Authentication -
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Remote Desktop (RD) Connection Manager allows easy working with remote desktops and servers. It supports: Citrix ICA, Microsoft Windows terminal services (RDP), VMRC, VNC as well as VDI: VMWare Workstation, VMWare ESX and ESXi servers, Microsoft Hype
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WPE4Live
Customized Windows Live System for daily use
Customized Windows Live System for daily use based on WinPE (Windows Preinstallation Environment) Imagine you can boot up a system and surf the Internet or listen to music carefree. And after a reboot everything is gone. That's it!! With this idea I started it as a project. Various live systems have now emerged. Everything customized. e.g.: remote desktop client etc... On request also adapted to your needs !!! Available in different languages. (see Files) Very good customizable, Apps, Drivers, Wallpaper, WiFi,... (see Wiki) New Live systems will follow. Stay tuned... To create a bootable USB Stick run Rufus: https://sourceforge.net/projects/rufus.mirror/ -
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Dayon! (active)
Remote assistance made easy!
Dayon! is an open source remote desktop and assistance solution. It is easy to use, secure, requires no registration and is free for personal and commercial use! -
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NothingFancy DriveSpace Recovery
A quick program to recover server drive space
It is nothing fancy - a single executable, a terminal window and a log file - but it can clear up some space on servers! (and workstations too!) I've tried CCLeaner and various other cleanup tools - all seem to force a GUI and clicking buttons, which is not good when administering hundreds of workstations and servers. This tool simply clears out useless files in every profile on the system. The log (in Public or All Users folder) suggests which profiles can be deleted (auto-deleting profiles is not a great idea.) Particularly useful on multi-user servers such as Remote Desktop servers. This is pretty much provided as-is, use at your own risk. It clears up a lot of space without impacting performance or use on many servers and desktops that it has been used on. That being said, it deletes a lot of files! Read through the source code (Module1.vbs) to see what all it clears up.
