The X2go Windows client installer can be downloaded here (there's also clients for Mac OS X if you need it): Ĭonfiguring the client is easy: server address, username and session type (LXDE, XFCE or MATE ar recommended: others are note working proprely, as said before).
Sudo apt-get update Now, let's install X2go: sudo apt-get install x2goserver x2goserver-xsession If you have installed LXDE, you may add the x2golxdebindings package (there is also a x2gomatebindings for MATE, but not yet for XFCE, which is not a very big deal anyways). Now, let's start First, make sure you can add the repository: sudo apt-get install software-properties-common (this should tell you last version is already installed but better be sure than sorry) Now add the repository sudo add-apt-repository ppa:x2go/stable If you're not sure, or if no line seems to match and you freak at the idea of messing up, just add the following line: deb trusty main universe Save and sudo apt-get update Make sure that, among the deb trusty lines, at least ONE must end with main universe. Here is a small Howto deal with the somewhat tricky installation of X2go for Ubuntu Trusty (14.04 LTS), based on my own experience ( ymmv)īefore even starting, check your /etc/apt/sources.list file with your favorite text editor ( sudo it, of course). Note that the Windows client is 32bit and won't work on 64bit-only architecture (Itanium.) but that's kinda specific. X2go is, IMHO, a pretty good compromise and my personnal favorite (thought it does NOT work correctly with Unity, but LXDE, MATE or XFCE will work perfectly, please make sure you install one before you continue).VNC (real, tight, tiger.) is incredibly lightweight, fast and easy to use but, because of it's pretty weak security, it should only be used within well-secured LANs.Teamviewer is pretty good, secure and user-friendly but it takes HUGE amounts of RAM on the Windows Machine (never bothered to look on the linux part but I guess it's not much better).You should now see the Ubuntu desktop from the host system in the VNC Viewer window.Well, there are several options to access Ubuntu GUI from a Windows machine. If successful, you’ll see a warning message pop up saying this is an Unencrypted connection.Double-click the connection icon to connect.It should appear in the main window as a new connection icon, with the memorable name you chose. Authenticate using a smart card or certificate store if possible: Leave unchecked.Authenticate using single sign-on (SSO) if possible: Leave unchecked.Encryption: Should be set to Let VNC Server choose.The Security field is below, and there are a couple of important points:.Labels: Optional, if you want to use labels for managing multiple connections.Name: This is a local name for the connection - choose a name that’s memorable.VNC Server: Use the IP address (or server name, if you have one) for the Ubuntu host.This will open a dialog box for you to configure the connection to the Ubuntu system.Launch VNC Viewer, and select File > New Connection.
Download and install the RealVNC viewer.Avoid sending any sensitive data, as it can be more easily intercepted. Avoid using this step over the internet, or an insecure network. Note: This step sacrifices security for compatibility. You can make encryption optional on the host Linux system by entering the following into a terminal: gsettings set require-encryption false Some VNC clients don’t work well with Windows and encryption. You can use any VNC client application you wish. This guide will use RealVNC, for its simple interface. Windows doesn’t come with one pre-installed.
Windows needs a VNC client application to connect.
How to Connect to Ubuntu Desktop From Windows It will list the IP address from which you are connecting. A notice will pop up on the host system, notifying that another user is controlling the desktop. With everything set, it takes over the system.
You should be back in the Remmina window now, with your new connection listed.