AnyDesk is a remote desktop (RDP) application that connects and allows access to a computer device, such as a desktop computer, laptop, or mobile phone, from outside a local area network through a different device.
A remote desktop is different from screen-sharing features common in many collaboration applications like Zoom, Microsoft Team, or Skype. AnyDesk allows the interaction between two or more remote devices, giving users some privileges reserved only to the device’s administrator, such as opening folders or transferring protected files.
Access to a remote device is simplified by AnyDesk. It empowers users to control their computers at home or work from miles away or provide tech support to a client or colleague halfway around the world. Used as a collaboration tool, AnyDesk allows authorized users to transfer files remotely, provide remote support, monitor multiple devices, and connect with office devices regardless of their location.
AnyDesk connects devices through a secure network, allowing users to control, manage, and perform activities on a computer device in a different location. An authorization is requested from the desired device. A session request sent must be accepted manually by the user on the other end. Or, when using a personal device, a password can be set. Once connected, users can use the device’s functions and applications from the computer located in a different place.
Detailed session reporting, customization, and remote reboot are some of AnyDesk’s key features. Its low latency and high frame rates help facilitate quick interaction and communication between devices. It can be set up using a private enterprise network to access multiple on-premises devices, even without an internet connection.
AnyDesk employs a military-grade Transport Layer Security (TLS), RSA 2048 asymmetric encryption, and purpose-built Erlang technologies to protect devices from unauthorized access.
Some of the advantages of AnyDesk include:
As is the case with any platform that relies on protected, verified access, humans are the weakest link in cybersecurity. Hackers can employ various types of social engineering to get usernames and passwords, then connect with devices through a remote desktop application.