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A Word on Increases by Way of Introduction
Rise in Connectivity and Remote Potential
Who among you remembers when Blackberry released mobile phones which could access the Internet? Do you remember the first mobiles with Bluetooth, GPS, or Wi-Fi? Once rare and surprising, these new tools and technologies have become commonplace and been improved or even been superseded. At that time, AI, remote work, reels, tactile screens and modern iPhones mostly seemed like something straight out of Star Trek. Yet now, checking emails from anywhere on a mobile is commonplace and people don’t bat an eyelid at using Internet on a smartphone for all kinds of tasks.
Rise in Cyber Threats and Attacks
This roaming proliferation has been accompanied by an exponential rise in the dangers of all things cyber and Web. Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) remains a go-to solution for remote access but the dangers around it, RDS and other remote and virtualization technologies are still rife. Significant security challenges and high management costs arise from this, especially for small and mid-sized businesses. This article explores why companies need a secure and affordable RDP alternative, and why TSplus Remote Access stands out.
Why Do Businesses Need an Alternative to Standard RDP?
In this context, RDP needs unpacking a little:
- Common Security Risks of Native RDP
- Cost and Complexity for SMBs
Common Security Risks of Native RDP
Microsoft’s native RDP is powerful but has often been targeted by cybercriminals. Open RDP ports can expose networks to brute-force attacks, ransomware and credential theft. Public and private organizations like the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), CyberForce|Q, Fortinet, ourselves and many others point to how poorly configured RDP and poorly patched systems are among the top attack vectors exploited by hackers worldwide.
In addition, attacks on RDP sessions often go undetected until major damage is done, making proactive security measures critical. Businesses reliant solely on RDP without additional protection are at significant risk of downtime, data breaches and costly recovery efforts.
Cost and Complexity for SMBs
For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), managing RDP securely can be costly. The addition of VPNs, firewalls, third-party authentication tools, etc. increases complexity and requires ongoing IT expertise. What starts as a native remote connection option becomes expensive when layered with security and infrastructure requirements since it is not built to be safe outside LAN.
Not all IT teams, when they exist, have the time for all that and most find it hard to spare the budget. Beyond costs, the time spent configuring, surveilling and maintaining RDP environments contributes to stretching sadly limited IT resources, as companies often prefer to focus on innovation, business growth or short term dividends. And finally, most solutions are also likely to generate a need for training and re-organization.
Which Are the Affordable & Secure RDP Alternatives?
- Cloud Based vs Self-Hosted Options
- Key Features to Look For
Cloud-Based vs Self-Hosted Options
Alternatives to RDP typically fall into two categories: cloud-based remote desktop solutions and self-hosted platforms. Cloud tools, such as TeamViewer or AnyDesk, are easy to deploy and often user-friendly, but they come with high subscription fees and less control over sensitive business data.
For organizations which must comply with strict data protection regulations, handing over control to third-party cloud providers can be a serious drawback.
Self-hosted solutions, on the other hand, give businesses full ownership of their infrastructure and data while significantly reducing recurring costs. They also provide greater flexibility to adapt security policies to internal requirements.
Key Features to Look For
When evaluating an RDP alternative, businesses should prioritize several critical features that ensure both security and scalability. Strong encryption combined with secure gateways prevents direct exposure of RDP ports, significantly reducing the risk of attacks. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds an essential second layer of protection, safeguarding accounts even if passwords are compromised.
Centralized access management allows administrators to easily monitor and control remote connections, simplifying day-to-day IT operations. Finally, scalability is vital, enabling organizations to expand remote access seamlessly as their teams grow. Layering these security measures is essential to ensure safe and stable remote sessions.
Why is TSplus the Best RDP Alternative?
- Simplified Remote Access Management
- Built-in Security and Compliance
- Pricing Advantages for SMBs
Simplified Remote Access Management
For your Infrastructure and Budget
To over-simplify, our remote solution is based on computer visuals. TSplus executes software and applications on the host server or PC and shows the end result on the local device, letting the user remotely access their desktop from any place in moments. TSplus Remote Access eliminates the need for complex VPNs and costly cloud subscriptions.
For your IT Team
By providing a secure gateway, it allows IT admins to centralize access while making remote connections seamless for end-users. This approach ensures faster deployment and reduces technical overhead. Administrators can configure groups, users and such setting thanks to our straightforward console. This minimal setup enables IT teams to focus on strategic tasks rather than troubleshooting connection issues.
For Employees
TSplus Remote Access also improves the overall user experience. Employees can access applications or full desktops from any device with speed and ease. They might simply access their desktop, or otherwise their applications will appear locally in a couple of clicks, according to what has been set up for them. All this in a flash thanks to Session Prelaunch.
Built-in Security and Compliance
Unlike standard RDP, TSplus includes strong security features by default: HTTPS encryption, MFA, IP filtering and advanced intrusion prevention. These measures significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access and cyberattacks, giving businesses peace of mind.
Organizations also benefit from compliance-ready features, ensuring their remote environment meets industry and regulatory requirements.
This is especially important for sectors handling sensitive information under frameworks such as GDPR or HIPAA, where data protection is critical to business continuity and trust.
Pricing Advantages for SMBs
Subscription-heavy remote access tools can strain SMB budgets. TSplus offers lifetime licensing with affordable pricing, making it a cost-effective alternative without sacrificing security or usability. Businesses only pay once and continue benefiting from updates and support. Over time, this predictable model provides substantial savings compared to recurring subscription costs, making TSplus particularly attractive for companies with limited IT budgets.
How to Get Started with TSplus Remote Access?
- Quick Deployment and Setup
- Complete Software Suite
- Securely Supporting Global Teams
Quick Deployment and Setup
Installing TSplus takes just minutes and does not require advanced configuration. Businesses can publish applications or full desktops to remote users instantly, without exposing vulnerable RDP ports. The lightweight setup makes it especially attractive for IT teams managing multiple servers or organizations with limited technical resources.
Even non-specialist administrators can quickly configure access, reduce deployment time and ensure a smooth transition from standard RDP. The online quick-start guide, TSplus documentation and the online self-paced TSplus Academy training modules will fill in any gaps.
Complete Software Suite
TSplus software can be combined as a suite to implement, monitor and protect your application servers. It can also be adapted and scaled from freelance workers and small businesses to larger teams of remote workers or support staff and corporations. It thus is also an ideal part of a toolkit for Managed Service Providers.
The revamped TSplus web-store and licensing portal make it easier than ever to compare combinations according to need, setup and budget, to renew Support and Updates services, upgrade and manage licenses, etc. Everything is as upfront and simple as possible to keep you working on what matters.
Securely Supporting Global Teams
With remote and hybrid work becoming the norm, TSplus enables companies to provide secure access to employees and contractors worldwide. By combining speed, flexibility and built-in protection, it ensures that productivity is never compromised by security concerns.
Whether teams operate from different time zones, use varied devices or require access to sensitive applications, TSplus offers a consistent and secure experience which keeps operations running smoothly across global environments.
What is the TSplus RDP Alternative with Added Security?
Our Solution: TSplus Remote Access and its Granular Settings
TSplus software enables remote communication and access without exposing any sensitive data, apps etc. outside the firewall. Moreover, by default, RDP communicates over a 4-tier stack of protocols compared to the 7 tiers of the OSI model. This simplification of exchanges is what enables the data to flow. It is necessary, so the remote experience is fluid rather than stilted.
That is why making TLS part of the basic RDP security was paramount to help preserve data and machine integrity against cyber-attacks. With TSplus Remote Access, access to data and applications is configured as securely as possible and benefits from optional 2FA and TSplus Advanced Security. Both are on hand for users of our own software and for anyone who realizes the necessity for comprehensive and robust protection.
What Security Does 2FA Bring?
Passwords and authentication are essential. Their strength resides in each of us making them as complex and difficult as possible to discover or guess. Multi-factor authentication should need no introduction since most serious services use it nowadays. Using a combination of types of credentials and proof of identity help curb security breaches and slow attacks. TSplus provides 2FA via a fully integrated partner app to make sure that users can connect safely, regardless of where they are or what devices they use to connect.
How Does TSplus Advanced Security Keep RDP Even More Secure?
Here are some of its features.
Homeland, Permission and Working Hours
TSplus advanced Security allows administrators to decide which users or groups will connect, from what country and when.
Bruteforce Protection
Bruteforce monitors failed log-on attempts and other services in order to seize the actions of any network scanners, brute-force robot, hackers etc. It automatically blocks offending addresses according to your set of parameters.
IP address blocking
This feature provides an updated list of know malicious IPs that have been blocked. As and when it proves necessary, it enables admins to whitelist any specific addresses, such as company websites.
Ransomware
Ransomware detection will interrupt and quarantine any suspicious programs and can be configured to email the notification. Such key features make Advanced Security a useful and reassuring complementary step towards a robust remote set-up.
To Conclude: Affordable & Secure RDP Alternative
Considered the time and money constraints of most companies, TSplus is a simple and great value-for-money RDP alternative. Whether to replace Microsoft RDS or Citrix, here is software you can download and install which you can run with, right the next moment. Away with the months of training and practice! Away even the full-blown technical knowledge even for larger infrastructures!
Affordable, secure, and easy to deploy, TSplus Remote Access provides the ideal alternative, combining centralized control, strong cyber-security and budget-friendly pricing to support remote work, at scale. Plus, in case help is needed, the TSplus support team are available, highly skilled and efficient at solving issues.
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