Install Remote Desktop Services

To install Remote Desktop Services on Windows Server 2022, follow these steps:

1. Open Server Manager:
   • Log in to your Windows Server 2022 system with an administrator account.
   • Launch Server Manager from the Start menu or taskbar.
2. Add Roles and Features:
   • In Server Manager, click on "Manage" in the top-right corner and select "Add Roles and Features".
3. Begin the Installation:
   • Click "Next" on the "Before You Begin" page.
4. Select Installation Type:
   • Choose "Remote Desktop Services installation" and click "Next".
5. Select Deployment Type:
   • Select "Standard deployment" for a customizable setup or "Quick Start" for a simplified installation.
   • Click "Next".
6. Select Deployment Scenario:
   • Choose "Session-based desktop deployment" for session-based virtualization or "Virtual machine-based desktop deployment" for a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).
   • Click "Next".
7. Specify RD Connection Broker Server:
   • Select the server to function as the RD Connection Broker.
   • Click "Next".
8. Specify RD Web Access Server:
   • Select the server to host the RD Web Access role.
   • Click "Next".
9. Specify RD Session Host Server:
   • Select the server to act as the RD Session Host.
   • Click "Next".
10. Confirm Selections and Install:
    • Review your selections.
    • Optionally, check "Restart the destination server automatically if required".
    • Click "Deploy" to begin the installation.
11. Add RD Licensing Role:
    • After deployment, return to Server Manager.
    • Navigate to Remote Desktop Services > Overview.
    • Click "+RD Licensing" to add the Remote Desktop Licensing role.
    • Select the server for the RD Licensing role and click "Add".
12. Activate the RD License Server:
    • In Server Manager, go to Remote Desktop Services > Servers.
    • Right-click the server with the RD Licensing role and select "RD Licensing Manager".
    • In RD Licensing Manager, right-click the server name and choose "Activate Server".
    • Follow the Activate Server Wizard to complete activation.
13. Configure Licensing Mode:
    • In Server Manager, navigate to Remote Desktop Services > Overview.
    • Click "Tasks" and select "Edit Deployment Properties".
    • Under "RD Licensing", specify the licensing mode ( Per User or Per Device) and add the license server.
    • Click "Apply" and then "OK".
14. Create a Session Collection:
    • In Server Manager, go to Remote Desktop Services > Collections.
    • Click "Tasks" and select "Create Session Collection".
    • Follow the wizard to specify the collection name, RD Session Host servers, user groups, and configure user profile disks if needed.
    • Click "Create" to finalize the session collection.

1. Install Remote Desktop Services
2. Configure user access and client settings
3. Install Remote Desktop Services Client
4. Establish a Terminal session
5. Choose installation options
6. Run application compatibility scripts
7. Adjust the performance and security settings for remote administration

With the release of **Windows Server 2008**, **Windows Terminal Server** was **renamed to Remote Desktop Services (RDS)**. This rebranding was part of Microsoft's effort to highlight the broader capabilities of the service beyond just terminal-based remote desktop access. The renaming also reflected the enhanced functionality introduced in Windows Server 2008 and later versions, such as:

1. RemoteApp: Allowed seamless integration of remote applications into a user's local desktop, making them appear as if they were running locally.
2. Desktop Virtualization: Enabled users to access full virtual desktops hosted on a server.
3. Improvements in RemoteFX: Enhanced graphics capabilities for remote sessions, starting with Windows Server 2008 R2.

This change was part of Microsoft's push to position Remote Desktop Services as a more comprehensive solution for remote access, virtualization, and application delivery.