Implementing Remote Access Technologies

Question 1

Remote connections

Answer 1

There are several types, including virtual private networks (VPNs), sharing of control, Remote Desktop Connection and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), and Secure Shell (SSH).

Question 2

VPNs

Answer 2

Combination of private and public network links.
Secure connections.
Two protocols:
Tunneling: Includes Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) and Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP).
Encryption: Includes Microsoft Point-to-Point Encryption (MPPE) and Internet Protocol Security (IPSec).

Question 3

Sharing control

Answer 3

There are two types:

Virtual network computer (VNC): Lacks security.
Microsoft Remote Assistance (MSRA):
Good for home environments.
Has a graphical user interface (GUI).

Question 4

Remote Desktop Connection/Remote Desktop Protocol

Answer 4

Implements security.
Windows primary remote-control protocol.
GUI-based.

Question 5

Secure Shell

Answer 5

Implements strong security.
Remote configuration protocol.
Commonly used with Linux and networking systems.
Has a command-line interface (CLI).

Question 6

Third-party tools for remote-access scenarios

Question 7

Screen-sharing and video conferencing:

Answer 7

Zoom
Microsoft Teams
Google Meet
TeamViewer

Question 8

File-transfer software:

Answer 8

Dropbox
Microsoft OneDrive
Google Drive

Question 9

Desktop-management software:

Answer 9

Microsoft Endpoint Manager
ManageEngine Desktop Central

Question 10

Remote monitoring and management (RMM)

Answer 10

Utilized by Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to proactively monitor computing systems and networks.