Before attempting to remote desktop to your PC ensure it is setup to allow remote access. Also note that to remote connect to your on-campus PC you will need to use the VPN service if connecting from off campus or from campus wireless.
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Microsoft's remote desktop is available as a free download from the App store. Launch the App store and then search for "Microsoft remote desktop" or use the following link https://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/microsoft-remote-desktop/id715768417?mt=12.
Click on the View in Mac App Store button.
You will need to log in to the App store with your Apple account.
Click on the Install button. You will need to sign in to your Mac account.
Once it is installed, you can find it in your LaunchPad or in your applications folder as "Microsoft Remote Desktop”
After launching it, you will see the following screen:
Add your PC to the list of workstations by clicking on the New
button. This will add the group "My Desktops" to the main Remote Desktop window.
Open up the Edit Remote Desktops dialog.
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3. Fill in the appropriate data:
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