Most of the issues that occur while trying to access another device remotely are mainly because something in your Windows OS restricts access to that specific device. As you’ll see, we recommend disabling certain programs since they can block access to a specific device on the internet. Since they are essential programs, we also recommend doing this only temporarily. Now let’s dig into the actual solutions.
What do I do if Windows 10 Remote Desktop stops working?
1. Test your port
2. Switch on/off Find my device
3. Turn off Windows Firewall
4. Turn off your antivirus
To disable your antivirus, usually, it’s as simple as right-clicking its icon in the system tray and selecting the Stop or Disable option. However, that is not a universal method. With some antiviruses, you will need to open their menu and select the Disable option from there.
5. Tweak your Registry
There you have a few methods on how to fix your remote desktop connection after you upgraded your system to Windows 10. If the above-mentioned suggestions don’t work, switch to alternative remote control software. You can try Mikogo which is a great and easy-to-use alternative, and you can also take a look at some of the best remote management software and pick your favorite. For additional solutions on how to fix remote desktop problems, you can also check out this in-depth troubleshooting guide. If you have any other questions, use the comments section below to let us know.
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