1. Microsoft Remote For Mac
2. Remote For Mac Mini
3. Remote For Mac App

Mac users work in their native Unix environment are familiar with using the terminal to SSH into their Linux-based servers. When using a Mac to log into a Windows environment, or vice versa, the task is performed differently. Window machines use a different protocol, one aptly named RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol). For our tutorial, we’ll explore how to use your Mac to connect to a Windows server. Let’s get started!

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Pre-flight

• Mac OS X El Capitan – Version 10.11.16 and above
• Windows VPS Server 2016 and it’s IP address

Step 1: Open Finder >> Applications >> App Store. We’ll be going to the App Store to download Microsoft Remote Desktop.

Step 2. Use the search bar to locate Microsoft’s Remote Desktop. Select Get >> Install App. After installed, click on the Microsoft Remote Desktop icon in your Applications folder.

Step 3: Launch the app by finding it in your Applications folder.

Step 4: For our connection select + New and fill out the information in the highlighted boxes for the Windows server.Connection Name: A nickname to identify this connection

PC Name: Window’s server IP address

User Name: Administrator

It seems counter-intuitive but close the edit window to save the settings. Immediately, you’ll see the server show up in our My Desktops list.

Step 5: Click on the server name to connect to your Windows environment. If all the information was correctly entered you’ll see the Window’s environment with the familiar Windows desktop background.

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Stable and Secure - The AnyDesk Remote Desktop for OS X

The OS X desktop client from AnyDesk brings high frame rates and low latency, amounting to reliable stability and breathtaking speed. AnyDesk’s proprietary DeskRT codec compresses and transfers image data efficiently without loss of quality and ensures near-instant response times.drop to Applications folder installation method is offered by default now (legacy install method is still supported).

Jun 15, 2020

• bug_reportBugfix:
  Fixed software update notification.

Jun 10, 2020

• fiber_newAddress Book view mode:
  Thumbnail view mode has been added to Address Book.
• fiber_newSplit Full Screen experience:
  Split Full Screen experience enabled for Connection Window and Address Book.
• autorenewAutomatic startup:
  Option to disable automatic startup of AnyDesk has been added.
• autorenewCompatibility with mobile devices:
  Keyboard input from mobile devices improved.
• autorenewConnection type icon:
  Connection type icon is now displayed correctly.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

May 7, 2020

• fiber_newAccess Control List:
  New feature Access Control List (or white list for incoming connections) is now available.
• autorenewMultiple sessions:
  Added support for multiple session windows.
• autorenewAddress Book:
  Address Book improved for better usability.
• autorenewPrivacy permissions:
  Improved macOS privacy permissions handling.
• autorenewCompatibility:
  Improved compatibility with 3rd party software.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Apr 21, 2020

• bug_reportCrash bugfix:
  Fixed a crash when user account picture is not set.

Apr 17, 2020

• fiber_newTCP Tunnels:
  New TCP Tunneling (or Port-Forwrding) feature added.
• fiber_newAddress Book new design:
  Address Book has been completely redesigned for easier usage.
• fiber_newStart/Stop of session recording:
  It is now possible to start/stop recording during the active session.
• fiber_newNew information windows:
  Added new System Information window and redesigned the About window.
• autorenewDiscovery feature security:
  Significantly improved security of Discovery feature.
• autorenewAccept window security:
  Significantly improved security of Accept window.
• autorenewPower usage improvement:
  Optimised power usage for mac laptops.
• autorenewImproved mouse scrolling:
  Mouse scroll sensitivity adjusted.
• bug_reportRemote restart:
  Fixed remote restart issue on some configurations.
• bug_reportUI bug fixes:
  Fixed Password change UI for unattended access. Fixed Proxy configuration settings UI.

Apr 2, 2020

• autorenewError handling:
  Improved error handling.
• bug_reportPrivacy permissions:
  Better macOS privacy permissions handling.

Feb 7, 2020

Microsoft Remote For Mac

• autorenewEnhanced usability:
  Host key option allows users to use Right Command key to control the local macOS while connected to remote device.
• autorenewImproved compatibility with Android devices:
  Added support for Home and Back buttons when connected to Android device.
• autorenewInstaller improvement:
  Reduced number of user password requests in AnyDesk installer.
• bug_reportAnyDesk remote update:
  Fixed issue when user is not able to reconnect after updating AnyDesk remotely.
• bug_reportCustom Client on Yosemite:
  Fixed crash on macOS 10.10 Yosemite related to custom AnyDesk configurations.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Jan 14, 2020

• bug_reportFile manager:
  File Manager upload function fixed.
• bug_reportReconnect after AnyDesk update:
  Fixed issue when user unable to reconnect after installing AnyDesk update.
• bug_reportConnection retry attempt:
  Fixed crash on multiple connection retry attempt.
• bug_reportKeyboard input:
  Improved keyboard input handling.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Dec 11, 2019

• fiber_newAccept window minimize:
  It is now possible to minimize the Accept window into the Dock.
• autorenewInstallation process:
  Installation process has been improved.
• bug_reportRecent sessions list:
  Fixed display of client name in recent sessions list.
• bug_reportRemove displays:
  Fixed indicator of remote displays.
• bug_reportChat:
  Fixed crash on incoming chat message.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Dec 4, 2019

• fiber_newNew Privacy feature:
  Enabling privacy mode during a session will turn off the monitor on the remote side so the screen content is hidden.
• fiber_newBlocking user input:
  Mouse and keyboard input can now blocked for the computer being controlled.
• fiber_newAutomatic screen lock:
  New option to automatically lock remote screen when session ended.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Nov 18, 2019

• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Nov 5, 2019

• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Oct 21, 2019

• fiber_newNew features:
  Incoming connections are now displayed in the AnyDesk Dock icon
• bug_reportBugfix:
  Fixed issue when user is unable to reconnect to macOS Catalina and Mojave after remote restart.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed couple of small bugs.

Oct 10, 2019

• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed update function in new version notification and minor bugfixes.

Oct 8, 2019

• bug_reportFixes:
  Fixed crash on macOS 10.15 Catalina for remove keyboard input.

Oct 8, 2019

• fiber_newNew features:
  Added Discovery feature and better support for macOS 10.15 Catalina
• bug_reportFixes:
  Minor bugfixes

Jul 11, 2019

• bug_reportFixes:
  Minor bugfixes.

Jun 6, 2019

• fiber_newRedesign:
  New user interface design.
• bug_reportFixes:
  Minor bugfixes.

Oct 12, 2018

• fiber_newFile manager:
  File Manager now available on macOS.
• bug_reportScreenshots:
  Screenshots are now stored to the Desktop.
• bug_reportSpeed Dial items:
  Solved loss of Speed Dial items issue.

Jul 13, 2018

• fiber_newEnhanced Usability:
  Implemented custom context menu for AnyDesk ID (claim alias, show alias/show id, copy address).
• fiber_newClaim Alias now available:
  Implemented claim alias feature for macOS, users can now choose an alias.
• autorenewKeyboard Usability:
  During a session, the hotkeys of macOS are disabled locally so they can be transmitted to the remote side.
• autorenewIncoming file manager session refreshes:
  Folder content was not refreshed on the remote side on copying files. The file manager view now refreshes automatically.
• bug_reportCompatibility for file manager session:
  Incoming file transfer sessions did not allow to change directory to folders containing a space character.
• autorenewUsability:
  Select and Copy using Command+C now works on the AnyDesk ID.
• autorenewKeep session alive:
  AnyDesk now prevents macOS from going to sleep mode when there is an active session.
• bug_reportRequest elevation improved:
  Fixed an issue in the request elevation feature.

Jun 14, 2018

• bug_reportFixed Bug:
  In some cases, the installation did not work at the first attempt. This should now always succeed on the first entry of the admin password.
• bug_reportFixed Bug:
  The clipoard did not work when connecting to macOS. The clipboard should now work in any case, including clipboard file transfer. Please click the file button at the top of the AnyDesk window in order to receive files from the clipboard on macOS.
• bug_reportFixed Bug:
  Improved stability.
• bug_reportFixed Bug:
  Removed the warning that the file is downloaded from the internet.

Apr 11, 2018

• fiber_newAddress Book:
  The macOS version now supports your license’s shared address books.
• fiber_newSession recording and playback:
  Implemented recording and playback of sessions.
• fiber_newConnect to the login screen:
  The macOS version also runs as a service and supports connections to the login screen, full unattended access, and user switching.

Remote For Mac Mini

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