Remote Access Methods
Welcome to the Remote Access Methods Practice Lab. In this module, you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills.
When the remote access feature is enabled in the operating system, it allows users to interact with another computer as if they were sitting in front of it. Remote Desktop Protocol or RDP helps in productivity.
Remote Assistance and Quick Assist offer technicians the ability to help individuals who can be in the next room or across the country. With these tools, a technician can troubleshoot issues, install applications and do necessary maintenance from a centralized location, making it much more efficient.
Overview
Learning Outcomes:
In this module, you will complete the following exercises:
- Exercise 1 – Work with Remote Access Technologies
- Exercise 2 – Work with Secure Shell Protocol (SSH)
- Exercise 3 – Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Exercise 4 – Third-party Tools for Remote Access
After completing this module, you should be able to:
- Create a Remote Desktop Connection
- Secure a Remote Desktop Connection
- Setup Remote Assistance
- Perform Basic Configuration for the OpenSSH Server
- Connect with the OpenSSH Server
- Setup a VPN Connection on a Host PC
After completing this module, you should have further knowledge of:
- Quick Assist
- Virtual Network Computing (VNC)
- VPN Server
- VPN Protocols
- Third-party VPN Services
- Remote Monitoring and Management
- Screen Sharing Software
- Video Conferencing Software
- File Transfer Software
- Desktop Management Software
Exam Objectives:
The following exam objectives are covered in this module:
4.9 Given a scenario, use remote access technologies
- Methods/tools
- Security considerations of each access method