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CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 · Domain 4: Operational procedures

Remote access: RDP, VPN, VNC, SSH, RMM, SPICE, WinRM, screen-sharing and file-transfer tools, and their security considerations

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Last reviewed September 30, 2026 · Leer en español

Remote access lets technicians support users and manage systems without traveling to them, and lets staff work from anywhere. Each method has a specific purpose, and each also creates a path attackers can try to use. Exposed remote access services are among the most common entry points for ransomware, and scammers regularly trick people into installing remote tools. The exam tests both sides: which tool fits the job, and how to secure it.

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