How to use windows desktop from a linux machine in a local network?

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Published on 2011-01-12T12:55:02Z Indexed on 2011/01/12 13:55 UTC
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I have a computer running Windows 7 with no monitor or keyboard, connected to a local network. I have a few laptops running linux, also connected to the local network. I want to feel like I'm sitting in front of the windows, but using one of the linux laptops.

How to do that? Maybe I can use some linux software to connect to remote desktop? Or I have to install client/server software on both machines? As this is a local network, I expect excellent experience with no lag.

Thank you!

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