Word of the Day: remote access

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Word of the Day Daily updates on the latest technology terms | April 14, 2020 remote access Remote access is the ability for an authorized person to access a computer or a network from a geographical distance through a network connection.   Remote access enables users to connect to the systems they need even though they are physically far away. This is especially important for employees who work at branch offices, are traveling or are telecommuting to work. Technical support professionals also use remote access to connect to users' computers from remote locations to help them resolve issues with their systems or software. One common method of providing remote access is through a virtual private network (VPN) connection. A VPN creates a safe and encrypted connection over a less secure network, such as the internet.  Enterprises can also provide remote access by using remote desktops. Remote desktop software allows apps that run on a network server to be displayed locally on network clients at the same time. Continue reading... Today's Takeaway "Remote work has steadily increased among public and private sector organizations over the past decade. The most widely used technology to facilitate remote access to company resources is still the VPN. " - Paul Kirvan Related Terms You Should Know virtual private network (VPN) VPN appliance mobile VPN Remote Desktop Services PowerShell Remoting remote display protocol Buzzword Alert telework best practices These unprecedented times call for remote working best practices for security.   RDP security Microsoft's Remote Desktop Protocol is susceptible to a variety of security breaches.   risk management While coronavirus has increased spending around securing remote workers, longer term conversations should be about risk management. Quiz Yourself LOM is the ability for a system administrator to monitor and manage servers by remote control. What does LOM stand for? a. lights out management b. local oversight management Answer Stay in Touch Thank you for reading! For feedback about any of our definitions or to suggest a new definition (or learning resource) please contact us at: editor@whatIs.com FOLLOW US About This E-Newsletter The Word of the Day is published by TechTarget, Inc., 275 Grove Street, Newton, Massachusetts, 02466 US. Click to: Unsubscribe. You are receiving this email because you are a member of TechTarget. When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors or future sponsors of that content and with our Partners, see up-to-date Partners List, as described in our Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact: webmaster@techtarget.com. © 2020 TechTarget, Inc. all rights reserved. Designated trademarks, brands, logos, and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy | Partners List