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

Windows Terminal Services is the old name for Remote Desktop Services (RDS). RDS is still being used by Microsoft and is a popular way to access remote computers. RDS allows users to connect to a remote computer and use it as if they were sitting in front of it. RDS is often used to provide remote access to applications and data that are hosted on a central server. In 2008, Microsoft renamed Terminal Services to Remote Desktop Services to reflect the fact that it is a more comprehensive solution that includes support for remote applications, remote desktops, and remote administration.
RDS is a powerful tool that can be used to improve productivity and efficiency in a variety of ways. For example, RDS can be used to:

1. Provide remote access to applications and data that are hosted on a central server
2. Allow employees to work from home or other remote locations
3. Provide technical support to remote users
4. Deliver training and education to remote students

If you are looking for a way to provide remote access to your applications and data, then RDS is a good option to consider.
The next lesson looks at how to install Remote Desktop Services.