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Microsoft Remote desktop primary process name in windows

Anonymous
2023-04-15T12:05:38+00:00

Hi there,

We have noticed that the primary application executable (process) is different in case of different versions of Microsoft Remote Desktop. These are the two scenarios we observed:

  • Version:1.2.3577.0, Process: msrdcw.exe
  • Version:10.2.3005.0, Process: RdClient.Windows.exe

So, wanted to know the following:

  1. Why is there a difference in the executables for different versions. Normally, the executables remain the same with the version upgrade of the application ?
  2. Which of the following is the preferred and most common executable that is shipped with the application ?
  3. Do we have any other executable that is shipped with other versions of this application ? If yes, can I get to know about the full list.

Thanks.

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Microsoft Store

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-09-11T11:07:50+00:00

    In case anyone else finds this thread and has the same question:

    I can confirm that the msrdc and msrdcw executables are for the installed program that resides in C:\Program Files\Remote Desktop

    The RdClient.Windows.exe executable I believe is linked to the Microsoft store app which is fundamentally a different program packaged differently and therefore has a different version number.

    Last time I tested, the store app was lacking in a number of key respects including the ability to sign in to multiple accounts, and some multi-monitor support as well I believe. This may have been fixed by now, I've just defaulted to the downloaded and installed program ever since.

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-04-16T20:33:24+00:00

    The difference in the executables for different versions of Microsoft Remote Desktop could be due to several reasons, such as changes in functionality, improvements in performance, or updates to the underlying technology. It is not uncommon for application

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  3. Anonymous
    2023-04-15T21:07:23+00:00

    Hi Nada,

    Thanks for the response.

    No, we are not using a windows server.

    Running the application on windows 10

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  4. Anonymous
    2023-04-15T12:52:01+00:00

    Hello Anuj,

    My name is Nada, I'm sorry that you are experiencing this issue, and I will try my best to assist you.

    Since the issue you are facing is related to Microsoft remote desktop, are you using a Windows server? if yes, it is best to ask the queries to the Microsoft Server community, which is a platform for IT Professionals and system administrators who can be the best help for the specific issue.

    Here's the link: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-...

    Hope it helps you. Please let me know if you still need further assistance.

    Regards,

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