Why Microsoft Is Phasing Out Their Remote Desktop App (and What to Use Instead)

Microsoft has announced that it's pulling the old Microsoft Remote Desktop tool that you could get in the Microsoft Store.
Android Authority

Microsoft is killing off this useful tool for remote workers, and users need to take action

Microsoft will shut down the Remote Desktop app on May 27, with the Windows App taking over the remote access features. According to Microsoft, the Windows App will offer a unified interface, better ...
Digital Trends

The new Windows app is officially replacing Remote Desktop

Microsoft is ending support for Remote Desktop, requiring users to switch over to its new Windows app. From May 27, the Remote Desktop app will no longer be available ...
Opinion

Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch For Millions Of PCs To Fix These Major Issues

Microsoft's latest security update broke remote access and shutdowns on many Windows PCs, but at least the fix came quickly?

All About Microsoft's Emergency Update For Windows 11 Shutdown Bug

Microsoft has released an emergency update to address issues caused by its January 2026 security patch.

Cannot shut down Windows 11? Microsoft acknowledges issue, releases the fix

Microsoft's January 2026 update broke shutdown and Remote Desktop on some PCs, and the company has now pushed emergency patches to fix those issues ...