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KRDC als Linux-Alternative zu Quick Assist

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KRDC is a solid replacement for Quick Assist if you're on Linux and need to connect *to* remote machines using RDP or VNC. It supports encrypted connections, remote control, and has a clean interface. However, it's a client only — unlike Quick Assist, it can't let others connect *to* your Linux machine easily. So while it's great for providing support *from* Linux to Windows, it doesn't support incoming sessions the way Quick Assist does. Best for Linux users supporting others remotely via RDP/VNC, not for hosting.

Funktionsabdeckung70%
Lizenz
GPL-2.0+
Preis
Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version
26.04.3 (2. Juli 2026)
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Was gleich funktioniert

  • Supports remote desktop viewing and input control via RDP and VNC
  • Provides encrypted connections (TLS for RDP)
  • Allows full remote desktop interaction including keyboard and mouse
  • Free and open-source with no licensing restrictions
  • Cross-platform: can connect to Windows, Linux, or other systems

Was anders ist

  • KRDC is a client only — cannot host incoming remote sessions like Quick Assist
  • No built-in session sharing via link or code; requires manual IP/port sharing
  • Lacks integration with Windows authentication and Microsoft accounts
  • No built-in helper mode for unattended support or easy user consent flow
  • Requires manual setup of VNC/RDP servers on target machines

Ihre Quick Assist-Dateien öffnen

Quick Assist does not generate files for import or export, and KRDC does not support session codes or links used by Quick Assist. There is no direct file or session transfer between the two. Connection details in KRDC must be manually entered or bookmarked. No compatibility exists between Quick Assist session tokens and KRDC.

Von Quick Assist zu KRDC wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

  1. Install KRDC via your package manager or Flatpak
  2. Set up an RDP or VNC server on the target machine (Windows or Linux)
  3. Open KRDC and enter the remote machine's IP address and protocol
  4. Save connection details as a bookmark for future use
  5. Use Ctrl+Alt+Shift to toggle keyboard capture when needed

Wichtige Funktionen von KRDC

  • Unterstützt sowohl RDP- als auch VNC-Protokolle
  • KDE‑gestylte grafische Oberfläche
  • Lesezeichenverwaltung für häufige Verbindungen
  • Vollbild- und Fenstermodus
  • Unterstützung von Tastenkombinationen (Ctrl+Alt+Shift für Fernsteuerung)
  • Dynamische Skalierung des Fernbildschirms
  • TLS‑Verschlüsselung für RDP-Sitzungen
  • Integration mit KDE Wallet für Passwortspeicherung

KRDC unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub org.kde.krdc
Ubuntu / Mintsudo apt install krdc
Debiansudo apt install krdc
Fedorasudo dnf install krdc
Arch / Manjarosudo pacman -S krdc
openSUSEsudo zypper install krdc

Häufige Fragen

Can KRDC let someone help me like Quick Assist does?

No. KRDC is a client — it lets you connect *to* other machines, but doesn't allow others to connect *to* your Linux machine. You'd need a separate VNC or RDP server for that.

Is KRDC secure for remote support?

Yes, when used with TLS-encrypted RDP or secure VNC setups. However, security depends on proper server configuration and password protection.

Can I use KRDC without KDE?

Yes, KRDC runs on any Linux desktop, though it integrates best with KDE Plasma. On other environments, it may pull in KDE libraries.

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