How to Manage VNC Options in Ubuntu

Virtual Network Computing (VNC) is a method for viewing a computer's desktop environment over a network. The computer that is accessed over the network must have VNC server software installed. The computer making the connection must have VNC viewer software installed. The Ubuntu Linux comes with a VNC server, called Remote Desktop, installed by default. Ubuntu users can configure the Remote Desktop to allow VNC clients to view or control the desktop. It can also be configured to require a password or user confirmation before allowing the remote user to access the desktop.

Instructions

1. Click on the "System" menu.

2. Scroll over the "Preferences" sub-menu.

3. Choose the "Remote Desktop" option to open the Remote Desktop preferences window.

4. Click the "Allow other users to view your desktop" check-box to allow others to view the desktop.

5. Click the "Allow other users to control your desktop" check-box if you want to be able to control the desktop from a remote location.

6. Set the security options, including the password, in the "Security" section of the screen.

7. Click the "Close" button to save the changes.

References

• Ubuntu Geek: Share Your Ubuntu Desktop Using Remote Desktop

Resources

• Ubuntu