Why is a remote desktop necessary?

Answer 1

Remote Desktop is a feature of Windows XP Professional that allows you to work on your computer when you are not at your computer. This is simplest when you are on the same network (i.e. at work, but in another office) but can also be access through the internet using VPN (virtual private networking). To access a computer using Remote Desktop, it must have been enabled on the computer and the users that can access this facility have to be specified (except for administrators who will automatically have this permission). Every user account that is to use Remote Desktop must have a password. When you log in to your computer remotely, the welcome screen will be displayed on its screen, preventing other users from seeing your work. Any users that are logged in will automatically be logged out. You can access all of the applications and files that are on your computer as if you were sitting at your own desk.