Who took my Terminal Services? Don’t worry it’s been renamed Remote Desktop Services

imageRemote Desktop Services (RDS) is the new name for Terminal Services, and reflects the expanded role in Windows Server 2008 R2 so that you can run the desktop or applications in the datacenter while your users can be anywhere. RDS enables a full-fidelity desktop or application experience and efficiently connects remote workers from managed or unmanaged devices.  RDS helps keep critical intellectual property secure and simplify regulatory compliance by moving applications and data from the user’s access device to the data center.

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Finally, Windows Server 2008 R2 also introduces a series of platform enhancements for remote desktop users – such as support for multiple physical monitors, redirection of multimedia and 3D content, including Vista Aero, and enhanced, bi-directional audio support.

Read the whole announcement here.

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