Windows 10: Manage Remote Access

Course details

Remote access is one of the most powerful tools available to Windows administrators. Once configured, you can troubleshoot Windows remotely, control power usage, deploy workspaces and software, and synchronize files across devices and the cloud—all without ever touching the user's PC. This hands-on, practical course covers the skills necessary for a system admin to configure, optimize, and manage remote access in Windows 10. Updated for 2020, it reflects the most recent change to the operating system and the realities of a remote workforce. Instructor Joli Ballew explores the core technologies—virtual private networks (VPNs) and clients—and then shows how to prepare a desktop computer for remote access and make the connection. She also explains how to configure and manage remote storage options and troubleshoot connection issues. Plus, get tips for using the command line and PowerShell to script remote admin tasks and creating group policy settings that can be used across your organization.

Topics include:
VPNs for Windows 10
Configuring client apps
Securing remote connections
Configuring and optimizing a VPN
Making remote connections
Managing remote data
Troubleshooting remote connections
Advanced options

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Modern remote access
02 - What you should know

1. Understanding Remote Technologies

03 - Explore remote scenarios
04 - Understand virtual private networks
05 - Learn required protocols

2. Understanding Client Technologies

06 - Access the built-in desktop client
07 - Access the Remote Desktop app
08 - Configure and use the Remote Desktop mobile app
09 - Learn to secure a connection

3. Preparing the Desktop

10 - Configure the Remote Desktop host
11 - Configure a VPN
12 - Establish a VPN connection
13 - Optimize VPN settings
14 - Configure a router for personal networks

4. Configuring the Client

15 - Know client types
16 - Optimize Remote Desktop settings for an end user
17 - Make a remote connection
18 - Enhance the connection with Mobility Center

5. Managing Data

19 - Know your storage options
20 - Consider OneDrive
21 - Configure OneDrive
22 - Explore Sync Center
23 - Explore Work Folders

6. Troubleshooting Connections

24 - Basic remote access troubleshooting
25 - Check firewall and port status
26 - Check VPN connections
27 - Troubleshoot IP and gateway addresses
28 - Check advanced Remote Desktop settings

7. Exploring Advanced Options

29 - Manage Remote Desktop from the command line
30 - Explore Remote Desktop options in PowerShell
31 - Create remote access group policies

Conclusion

32 - Next steps with Windows 10