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Introduction<\/h2>\nEver wondered who\u2019s logged to your computer via Remote Desktop?<\/span>\n\nSeeing who is logged in is important when managing a server or remote machine, especially when multiple users access it remotely.<\/span>\n\nThis article will walk you through different methods to check which users are logged in via Remote Desktop. From built-in Windows tools to simple commands, we will cover easy steps that anyone, even beginners, can follow without confusion.<\/span>\n\nLet\u2019s get right into it!<\/span>\n
\n\nAlso Read: <\/strong>How To Connect To A Windows VPS using RDP?<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\n\n
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Solutions to Check Users Logged in Remote Desktop<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

1. By Using Command Prompt or PowerShell<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\u2666 To Open Command Prompt\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>\n\n\u2794 Click on the <\/span>Start Menu<\/strong> on your desktop.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Click<\/span>\n\n\u2794 You have to type <\/span>\u2018cmd\u2019<\/strong> or <\/span>\u2018Command Prompt\u2019<\/strong> into the search bar.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Command<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Click on the <\/span>\u2018Command Prompt\u2019<\/strong> result or press the <\/span>\u2018Enter\u2019 <\/strong>button on your keyboard.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Click<\/span>\n\n\n
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Also Read: <\/strong>Get to Know Windows PowerShell Basic Commands<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

\n\n\n\u2666 To Open Powershell\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>\n\n\u2794 Like above, you have to click on the Start button.<\/span>\n\n\"Click<\/span>\n\n\u2794 You have to type <\/span>\u2018PowerShell\u2019<\/strong><\/span>\n\n\"You<\/strong><\/span>\n\n\u2794 Select <\/span>\u2018Windows PowerShell\u2019 <\/strong>from the search results.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Select<\/span>\n\n\u2666\u00a0 Execute the Command<\/strong><\/span>\n\n\u2794 Once the Command Prompt or PowerShell window is open, it\u2019s time to execute the command. You need to type the following command:<\/span>\n\n\n\n
query user<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\u2794 Press Enter after typing the command.<\/span>\n\n\u2794 The Command Prompt or PowerShell will display the names of users currently logged into the remote desktop.<\/span>\n\n\"Command<\/span>\n\n
\n\nAlso Read: <\/strong>A Guide to Fix RDP Error: An Internal Error has Occurred<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\n\n
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2. By Using Task Manager<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\u2794 To open the task manager, Right-click on the <\/span>Taskbar<\/strong> (the bar at the bottom of your screen on the right side).<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Right-click<\/span>\n\n\u2794 You have to select <\/span>\u2018Task Manager\u2019<\/strong> from the context menu that appears.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"You<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Once you enter the Task Manager, click the <\/span>\u2018Users\u2019<\/strong> tab.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"click<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Here, you will see a list of users currently logged into local and remote desktops.<\/span>\n\n\"logged<\/span>\n\n
\n\nAlso Read: <\/strong>How to Create a User in RDP for Windows Server?<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\n\n
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3. By Using Event Viewer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\u2794 Type <\/span>\u2018Event Viewer\u2019<\/strong> in the search bar of your Windows computer.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Type<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Once you click it, you can open the application.<\/span>\n\n\"click<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Once you enter in the app, click on the <\/span>\u2018Action\u2019<\/strong> window.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"click<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Select <\/span>\u2018Connect to Another Computer\u2026\u2019<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Select<\/span>\n\n\u2794 In that, You need to enter the name of the remote computer.<\/span>\n\n\"remote<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Once connected, expand <\/span>\u2018Windows Logs\u2019<\/strong> on the left panel.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"expand<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Click on <\/span>\u2018Security\u2019<\/strong> to view logon events.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\"Click<\/span>\n\n\u2794 Look for logon events with Event ID 4624 (Logon) or 4648 (Logon with explicit credentials) to determine users logged into the remote desktop.<\/span>\n\n
\n\nAlso Read: <\/strong>How to Change Password on Remote Desktop?<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\n\n
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4. By Using Remote Desktop Services Manager:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\u2794 Launch Remote Desktop Services Manager from the Start menu or by typing <\/span>\u2018Remote Desktop Services Manager\u2019<\/strong> in the search bar.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\u2794 Click on <\/span>\u2018Collections\u2019<\/strong> and then <\/span>\u2018Session Host\u2019<\/strong> to find the remote desktop sessions.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\u2794 Select the appropriate collection and navigate to the <\/span>\u2018User Sessions\u2019<\/strong> tab.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\u2794 Here, you’ll see a list of active user sessions on the remote desktop.<\/span>\n\n
\n\nAlso Read: <\/strong>How to Fix the Incorrect Password Issue on RDP?<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\n\n
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5. By Using Sysinternals Suite (PsLoggedOn)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\u2794 Open Command Prompt or PowerShell & execute PsLoggedOn Command. You have to type the following command:<\/span>\n\n\n\n
PsLoggedOn \\\\YourRemoteComputerName<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nNote: <\/strong>Replace <\/span>\u2018RemoteComputerName\u2019<\/strong> with the name of the remote computer.<\/span><\/span>\n\nAfter executing the command, PsLoggedOn will display the usernames of users logged into the remote desktop.<\/span>\n\n
\n\nAlso Read: <\/strong>How to check Reboot and Shutdown logs in Windows server?<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\n\n
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Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

In the vast landscape of remote desktop management, the ability to check users logged in remotely is crucial for maintaining security and oversight.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Through the array of solutions we’ve explored, from the simplicity of Command Prompt to the sophistication of PowerShell Remoting, we’ve unveiled the means to peek behind the digital curtain and ascertain who’s traversing the virtual corridors of remote desktops.<\/p>\n\n

Whether you’re responsible for protecting company networks or just interested in knowing who’s using your own devices, these methods allow you to understand and manage what’s happening.<\/p>\n\n

As we bid adieu to our exploration of remote desktop user tracking, remember that knowledge is power in cybersecurity. By learning how to monitor and control remote desktop sessions, you can protect your digital assets and ensure the integrity of your virtual domain.<\/p>\n\n

So, if you ever wonder who’s using a remote desktop, don’t worry. With the knowledge gathered from this article, you can figure out who’s behind those screens, wherever they are.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Happy sleuthing!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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