Bitmap Disk Cache Failure when using remote desktop

How to disable Bitmap caching?

1. Re-open the remote desktop connection window to make a new connection.
2. Connect to the remote computer.
3. Open the remote desktop connection window on that  computer.
4. Press on the options button. (A text link for Windows Seven)
5. Go to the Experience tab, as shown in the screenshot below.
6. Untick the box next to Bitmap caching. Press the cross to close.
7. Now disconnect the remote desktop connection and then reconnect to see if the error message comes up.

I actually disable this on both computers as it can cause problems in the future.

Now the second way to fix this error is to clear out the actual cache folder that has the problem. See this article on path to clear terminal services cache folder.

Notes:

• On Windows Seven the box that you have to untick will say Persistent bitmap caching.

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Connect to a friends computer to help them by using Remote Access

If you have Windows XP it has built in remote access software that helps you connect to a friends computer, by invitation, to help them by taking remote access control of their computer system. This means you could be in the USA and be helping your friend in Australia to find a solution to his or her
computer problems. The technology to gain remote access to basically anyone’s computer is available on most computer users start menu. I regularly give my friends computer support from the comfort of my own
home.

What you need to use the Help and Support tool to gain remote access

1. An broadband or cable internet connection.
2. Windows Xp on both computers.
3. An email address or be signed into Windows Live messenger.

It is very easy to connect two computers over the internet. One computer can take control and fix problems on the other computer. Following these steps to use the Help and support software that is built in to Windows.

1. Sign in to Windows Live Messenger and have your friend do the same thing.
2. Go to the start menu and choose Help and Support (shown below) Just the computer user that wants to invite does this.
3. The Help and Support Center will appear. Click on Invite a Friend to connect to your computer with Remote Assistance. Located under the Ask For Assistance menu.
4. Then press Invite someone to help you. The window below will appear.
5. Choose your friends name from the Windows Messenger contact list.
6. Click on Invite this person.
7. This will allow your friend to see your desktop. If they want to control your they must press the Take control button and the other person must agree by pressing ok..
8. Check out the last Screenshot below…This is what I see when I am in control of my friends computer…I can go on the internet or read their emails etc..

The screenshots on the below are in order. Please click on to enlarge and see the picture. This will help yo understand what to press and what comes next. The first screen shot shows where to find help an support in Windows XP.

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How to Use Remote Desktop to connect to other computers on your Network

Your network may consist of simply two computers that run off a router that is connected to the same modem. Or maybe you have a more elaborate network, but either way Remote desktop can be handy sometimes. It enables you to access the others computers on your network by Using the computers information. For example you could use a laptop that is wirelessly connected to your network to work on another computer in your house. You can remote desktop to another computer, sign in, and check emails, delete files, and more.

What will I need to remote desktop to another computer?

To remote desktop to another computer on your network you will need to know the computers name or IP address, the username you want to sign in to, and the password.

First you have to enable your computer to allow users to connect to it remotely.

1. Go to the System Properties box 
2. Choose the Remote Tab
3. The Check the box that says Allow users to connect remotely to this computer
4. Do this on all of the computers you want to use Remote Desktop with.

What will I need to remote desktop to another computer?

To remote desktop to another computer on your network you will need to know the computers name or IP address, the username you want to sign in to, and the password.

How do you find the information for the computer you want to connect to?

1. Get the Ip Address Here’s how
2. Find the user name. Click on the start menu and the username will be there at the top next to the picture.
3. You must know the password for the username account you want to connect to. If there isn’t one you should make one.

Where is the remote desktop connection box?

1. Go to the start menu in the left corner and choose All Programs
2. Then choose accessories, then Communications, then Remote Desktop Connection

1. A Remote desktop box will appear.

How to connect two computers by remote desktop?

1. Choose options.
2. On the general tab where it says computer, type in the IP Address. Then type in the username of the computer you want to connect to, and then the password. Press connect.

Extra tips on how to use remote desktop:

• Your internet connection must be running on all computers involved for this to work.
• The computer you want to connect to must be running. If it is off there can be no connection.
• You must have your information totally correct to connect.
• If you leave your IP Address on automatic, it changes every time you connect to the network. This is not for using remote desktop as you have to find out the IP Address when you want to connect.
• Remote desktop allows you to take control of an entire computer. ( not share between computers)
• You can even burn cd’s by remote desktop as long as there is a blank cd in the computer you are connecting to.
• When using remote desktop you can do anything you normally would if you were actually on the computer, except bring up the task manager of the computer.

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Tabbed Remote Desktop / VNC Client for Windows

Anybody that works in a multiple server environment knows that it can be annoying to have half a dozen remote desktop windows open at any given point. Thankfully there’s a slick application called Terminals that gives you tabbed remote desktop capabilities.

Not only can you do Remote Desktop, but you can use VNC or even Citrix if you choose, and all within the same tabbed window.

When you first install the application you’ll be prompted for a master password, which is probably a good idea:

You can create a new stored connection of any supported type:

I’m connected to my Kubuntu Linux server box here in this tab…

And also connected to an ancient server at work…

One of the rather cool features is that you can have the terminals window minimize to the system tray.

There’s dozens of other features in this application, including the ability to upload screenshots directly to flickr.

It’s definitely worth a look, although I did have a few problems with it crashing on me. Since it’s in active development, I assume these issues will be worked out over time.

Download Terminals from codeplex.com

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Allow Remote Control To Your Desktop On Ubuntu

Enabling remote desktop mode is extremely easy on Ubuntu since Dapper. You can allow other users to access your desktop using the VNC Viewer utility that is bundled with Ubuntu, or offered as a free download for Windows.

Note that enabling remote control of your desktop is never a safe thing to do unless you have a firewall installed and configured correctly, and even then is still a potential security problem. Now that you’ve been warned of the risks, let’s move on.

Navigate to the System \ Preferences \ Remote Desktop on the Gnome top menu.

You’ll see this window:

The first two checkboxes need to be checked in order for remote desktop to be enabled.

The Security section is important: If you select the “Ask you for confirmation” code, then you will need to be at the computer in order to allow the other person to access your desktop. If you are trying to remotely access one of your own computers, you will want to uncheck this box.

The second checkbox should always be checked, and you should enter a secure password. You will be prompted for this password when you try to log on.

Tested on: Ubuntu Dapper Drake, Ubuntu Edgy Eft

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