RustDesk vs. Quick Assist: eine gute Linux-Alternative?

RustDesk als Linux-Alternative zu Quick Assist

Aktualisiert am 26. Oktober 2026

Unser Fazit

RustDesk can replace Quick Assist for most users who need a free, cross‑platform remote‑desktop tool. It offers the same core functions—screen sharing, mouse/keyboard control, and end‑to‑end encryption—while adding the option to self‑host for full data control. It is ideal for small teams, developers, or home users who want a lightweight, open‑source alternative. Users who rely on Windows‑only features such as built‑in RDP support or tight integration with Windows Security Center may find it less convenient.

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Lizenz: AGPL-3.0-only
Preis: Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version: 1.5.0 (30. September 2026)
Bewertung: —

RustDesk installieren Website ↗

Remote desktop session

Was gleich funktioniert

Cross‑platform clients (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS)
Remote screen viewing and input control
End‑to‑end encryption (NaCl)
Peer‑to‑peer connection with relay fallback
Free and open‑source

Was anders ist

RustDesk does not use the native RDP protocol; it relies on its own protocol and optional VNC compatibility
No built‑in Windows‑only features like Windows Security Center integration
Requires a self‑hosted relay or server for full control over data (though a public relay is available)
No direct support for Windows‑specific clipboard or file transfer protocols used by Quick Assist
No official Windows‑only installer—portable binary is used

Ihre Quick Assist-Dateien öffnen

Quick Assist does not produce portable files that can be opened by other remote‑desktop tools. Sessions are created on the fly and managed through the Windows UI. Therefore, there is no file format to import or export into RustDesk.

Von Quick Assist zu RustDesk wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

1. Download the latest RustDesk release from the official site or Flathub.
2. Install the Linux package (deb, rpm, or flatpak) or run the portable binary on Windows.
3. On the target machine, open RustDesk, note the ID and password, and share them with the helper.
4. On the helper’s machine, enter the ID and password in RustDesk to start the session.
5. If you want end‑to‑end encryption, keep the default settings; for additional security, set up a self‑hosted relay server and configure both clients to use it.

Wichtige Funktionen von RustDesk

Cross‑Platform-Unterstützung (Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, iOS, Web)
Unterstützt VP8, VP9, AV1, H.264 und H.265 Video-Codecs
Ende‑zu‑Ende-Verschlüsselung mit NaCl (Networking and Cryptography library)
Peer‑to‑Peer-Verbindungen mit optionalem Relay-Fallback
Selbsthostbarer Server für vollständige Datenkontrolle
Kein Installationsaufwand unter Windows (portabler Modus)
Lokale oder remote Privilegienerweiterung
Einfache Einrichtung mit Fokus auf Benutzerfreundlichkeit

RustDesk unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub com.rustdesk.RustDesk

Häufige Fragen

Is RustDesk safe to use over the internet?

Yes. All traffic is encrypted with NaCl end‑to‑end encryption. Peer‑to‑peer connections are used when possible, and a relay server can be self‑hosted for privacy.

Can I use RustDesk without installing anything on Windows?

Yes. The Windows portable binary does not require admin rights and can be run from a USB stick.

Does RustDesk support file transfer between hosts?

Yes, it supports drag‑and‑drop and clipboard sharing, but it uses its own protocol rather than the Windows RDP file transfer mechanism.

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