Remove Old Server Entries from Remote Desktop

How to Remove Old Server Entries from Remote Desktop Connection

Managing your Remote Desktop Connection settings effectively is crucial for maintaining an organized and efficient trading environment. Over time, you may accumulate numerous server entries that are no longer needed. Removing these old entries can help you streamline your connections and improve your workflow.

Step-by-Step Guide to Removing Old Server Entries

Step 1: Open Remote Desktop Connection

1. Press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type mstsc and hit Enter to launch the Remote Desktop Connection application.

Step 2: Access the Remote Desktop Connection History

1. Click on the small arrow next to the 'Computer' field to view the drop-down list of previously accessed server entries.
2. This list shows all the servers you have recently connected to using Remote Desktop.

Step 3: Edit the Registry to Remove Entries

To permanently remove entries from this list, you will need to edit the Windows Registry. Proceed with caution as incorrect changes to the Registry can affect system stability.

1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog again.
2. Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
3. Navigate to the following path:

   HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Terminal Server Client\Default
   

4. In the right pane, you'll see the list of server entries. Right-click on the entry you wish to remove and select Delete.
5. Confirm the deletion when prompted.

Step 4: Verify the Removal

1. Close the Registry Editor.
2. Reopen Remote Desktop Connection by typing mstsc in the Run dialog.
3. Check the drop-down list to ensure the unwanted server entry has been removed.

Conclusion

Regularly clearing out old server entries from your Remote Desktop Connection can enhance your workflow efficiency, especially when managing multiple VPS instances for algorithmic trading. By following these steps, you can ensure a tidy and effective connection list, optimizing your trading operations.

Related Topics

• Setting Up Remote Desktop for AlgoVPS
• Configuring Security Settings for Remote Desktop

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