Windows Pro, macOS, and Linux all have remote desktop built in. The problem is using it over the internet. Exposing RDP or VNC to the public internet is a security risk. Most people end up using third-party tools like TeamViewer instead.
Netrinos gives you a better option: use your operating system's native remote desktop, secured by an encrypted tunnel. Your machines aren't exposed to the internet. Only devices on your private Netrinos network can connect.
How It Works
Install Netrinos on both machines. They join your private mesh network and can reach each other directly. Then use Windows Remote Desktop, macOS Screen Sharing, or VNC over that encrypted connection.
Your computers get DNS names like homepc.myusername.netrinos.com. Use that name in your remote desktop client instead of an IP address. The connection is end-to-end encrypted with WireGuard. Only you have the keys.
Windows Setup
- Install Netrinos on both computers
- On the host PC, enable Remote Desktop in Settings → System → Remote Desktop
- From your remote machine, open Remote Desktop Connection
- Connect using
hostname.username.netrinos.com
Note: Windows Home doesn't include Remote Desktop server. You'll need Windows Pro, or use a free alternative like TightVNC.
macOS Setup
- Install Netrinos on both machines
- On the host Mac, enable Screen Sharing in System Settings → General → Sharing
- From your remote machine, use Finder → Go → Connect to Server
- Enter
vnc://hostname.username.netrinos.com
Linux Setup
- Install Netrinos on both machines
- On the host, install a VNC server (TigerVNC, x11vnc, etc.) or just use SSH
- Connect using your Netrinos hostname
For SSH, just ssh hostname.username.netrinos.com. No port forwarding, no public IP needed.
Why This Is Better
- Not exposed to the internet - Your RDP/VNC ports aren't public. Only your Netrinos devices can reach them.
- Native tools - Use the remote desktop built into your OS. No proprietary protocols.
- End-to-end encrypted - WireGuard encryption between your devices. We can't see your screen.
- No third-party servers - Your traffic doesn't route through TeamViewer or AnyDesk.
Cost
Free for personal, non-commercial use. Connect up to 100 devices on one account.