How to setup Xrdp on Ubuntu 22.04
What is XRDP?
XRDP is an open-source Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) server that allows you to connect to a Linux machine from a Windows computer using the built-in Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) tool. It provides a graphical interface for remote access, making it easy to work on your Linux system from anywhere.
Basics requirements:
OS – Ubuntu 22.04
runlevel – 5
Port – 3389 ( Enable on Server)
Update system packages and install XRDP:
sudo apt update && sudo apt install xrdp -y
Install a Desktop Environment
Since GNOME (default in Ubuntu 22.04) does not work well with XRDP, install XFCE (a lightweight desktop environment):
sudo apt install xfce4 xfce4-terminal -y
echo "xfce4-session" > ~/.xsessionConfigure XRDP Settings
Modify security settings to allow basic RDP connections:
sudo sed -i 's/security_layer=negotiate/security_layer=rdp/' /etc/xrdp/xrdp.ini
sudo sed -i 's/crypt_level=high/crypt_level=low/' /etc/xrdp/xrdp.iniEnable and start XRDP service:
sudo systemctl restart xrdp
sudo systemctl enable xrdp
sudo systemctl status xrdpVerify XRDP is Running on Port 3389
$ sudo netstat -tlnp | grep 3389
tcp6 0 0 :::3389 :::* LISTEN 11075/xrdpConnect from Windows Client
Open Remote Desktop Connection on Windows (Win + R → mstsc → Enter).
Enter the IP address of your Ubuntu system and click Connect.
Login using your username & Password
Now, you have successfully accessed the Ubuntu GUI using XRDP.
