Ms Terminal Services



This issue occurs because Click-to-Run versions of Office programs or suites running on a server with Remote Desktop Services (RDS), must have Shared Computer Activation enabled. Remote Desktop Services are formerly known as Terminal Services. Shared Computer Activation is only available for Microsoft 365 Apps.

  • Description The Windows Terminal is a modern, fast, efficient, powerful, and productive terminal application for users of command-line tools and shells like Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL.
  • Windows Terminal is a new, modern, feature-rich, productive terminal application for command-line users. It includes many of the features most frequently requested by the Windows command-line community including support for tabs, rich text, globalization, configurability, theming & styling, and more.
  • Microsoft Terminal Server is kind of a subset of Citrix. It has mostly the same advantages and disadvantages and works in a similar manner, but there are some significant differences. This is the Remote Desktop client (previous versions were called 'Terminal.
  • ' The Microsoft 365 Business Premium plan is the only business plan that includes support for shared computer activation. There are other business plans, such as Microsoft 365 Business Standard, that include Microsoft 365 Apps for business, But, those business plans don't include support for shared computer activation.'
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Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is the platform of choice for building virtualization solutions for every end customer need, including delivering individual virtualized applications, providing secure mobile and remote desktop access, and providing end users the ability to run their applications and desktops from the cloud.

RDS offers deployment flexibility, cost efficiency, and extensibility—all delivered through a variety of deployment options, including Windows Server 2016 for on-premises deployments, Microsoft Azure for cloud deployments, and a robust array of partner solutions.

Depending on your environment and preferences, you can set up the RDS solution for session-based virtualization, as a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), or as a combination of the two:

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  • Session-based virtualization: Leverage the compute power of Windows Server to provide a cost-effective multi-session environment to drive your users' everyday workloads.
  • VDI: Leverage Windows client to provide the high performance, app compatibility, and familiarity that your users have come to expect of their Windows desktop experience.

Within these virtualization environments, you have additional flexibility in what you publish to your users:

  • Desktops: Give your users a full desktop experience with a variety of applications that you install and manage. Ideal for users that rely on these computers as their primary workstations or that are coming from thin clients, such as with MultiPoint Services.
  • RemoteApps: Specify individual applications that are hosted/run on the virtualized machine but appear as if they're running on the user's desktop like local applications. The apps have their own taskbar entry and can be resized and moved across monitors. Ideal for deploying and managing key applications in the secure, remote environment while allowing users to work from and customize their own desktops.

For environments where cost-effectiveness is crucial and you want to extend the benefits of deploying full desktops in a session-based virtualization environment, you can use MultiPoint Services to deliver the best value.

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With these options and configurations, you have the flexibility to deploy the desktops and applications your users need in a remote, secure, and cost-effective fashion.

Next steps

Here are some next steps to help you get a better understanding of RDS and even start deploying your own environment:

  • Understand the supported configurations for RDS with the various Windows and Windows Server versions
  • Plan and design an RDS environment to accommodate various requirements, such as high availability and multi-factor authentication.
  • Review the Remote Desktop Services architecture models that work best for your desired environment.
  • Start to deploy your RDS environment with ARM and Azure Marketplace.
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Applies to: Windows Server (Semi-Annual Channel), Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012

Learn about the available Remote Desktop Services (Terminal Services) command-line tools, with descriptions and links for more detailed information.

Note

To find out what's new in the latest version, see What's New in Remote Desktop Services in Windows Server.

CommandDescription
changeChanges the Remote Desktop Session Host server settings for sign in, COM port mappings, and install mode.
change logonEnables or disables logons from client sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server, or displays current logon status.
change portLists or changes the COM port mappings to be compatible with MS-DOS applications.
change userChanges the install mode for the Remote Desktop Session Host server.
chglogonEnables or disables logons from client sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server, or displays current logon status.
chgportLists or changes the COM port mappings to be compatible with MS-DOS applications.
chgusrChanges the install mode for the Remote Desktop Session Host server.
flattempEnables or disables flat temporary folders.
logoffSigns out a user from a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server and deletes the session from the server.
msgSends a message to a user on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
mstscCreates connections to Remote Desktop Session Host servers or other remote computers.
qappsrvDisplays a list of all Remote Desktop Session Host servers on the network.
qprocessDisplays information about processes that are running on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
queryDisplays information about processes, sessions, and Remote Desktop Session Host servers.
query processDisplays information about processes that are running on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
query sessionDisplays information about sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
query termserverDisplays a list of all Remote Desktop Session Host servers on the network.
query userDisplays information about user sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
quserDisplays information about user sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
qwinstaDisplays information about sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
rdpsignEnables you to digitally sign a Remote Desktop Protocol (.rdp) file.
reset sessionEnables you to reset (delete) a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
rwinstaEnables you to reset (delete) a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
shadowEnables you to remotely control an active session of another user on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
tsconConnects to another session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
tsdisconDisconnects a session from an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
tskillEnds a process running in a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server.
tsprofCopies the Remote Desktop Services user configuration information from one user to another.

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