How to Control Windows Computers With Apple Remote Desktop

1. Open the Start menu on the Windows computer you want to access and click 'Control Panel.'
2. Click on the 'System and Security' and then under 'System,' you'll see 'Allow Remote Access.' Click it and a 'System Properties' window will open.
3. Check the box that says 'Allow Remote Assistance connections to this computer' and press 'OK' to save the settings. Incoming Remote Desktop connections have now been enabled.
4. Download the Mac version of Remote Desktop Connection from Microsoft's website (see Resources below).
5. Launch the application after it has finished downloading.
6. Enter the IP address or hostname of the Windows computer you want to access in the 'Computer' field.
7. Press the 'Connect' button to initiate the Remote Desktop connection.
8. Enter the username and password that you use to log in to the Windows computer. After you are logged in, the desktop of the Windows computer will appear right on your Mac's screen.