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Reinstalling Remote Desktop Connection: A Comprehensive Guide

Troubleshooting Tips

Method 5: Restore mstsc.exe from a Backup (Advanced)

If the executable itself is missing or tampered with (common with malware or accidental deletion), you can manually extract it from the Windows side-by-side cache. reinstall remote desktop connection

SFC Scan: Run sfc /scannow to find and fix corrupted system files. Confirm the licensing server and whether Per User/Per

  1. Go to PC Settings: Swipe from the right side of the screen to open the Charms bar and select "Settings".
  2. Control Panel: Click on "Control Panel" (or type Control Panel in the search bar).
  3. Programs and Features: Click on "Programs and Features" (or "Uninstall a program").
  4. Turn Windows features on or off: Click on "Turn Windows features on or off" (on the left side).
  5. Remote Desktop: Scroll down and uncheck "Remote Desktop" (or "Remote Desktop Services" in some versions).
  6. OK: Click "OK" to save changes.
  7. Restart: Restart your computer to ensure the uninstallation is complete.

GUI Method: Double-click the downloaded setup.exe file. It will install automatically without requiring user interaction. Troubleshooting Tips Method 5: Restore mstsc

Follow Prompts: Complete the on-screen instructions. A confirmation message should appear stating "Remote Desktop Connection was successfully installed".

Uninstall and Reinstall the Remote Desktop Connection App in Windows