How to Install Tiger VNC on Windows 11?

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to install Tiger VNC on your Windows 11 computer.

Step 1: Download Tiger VNC

The first step is to download the Tiger VNC software from the official website http://tigervnc.org/.

1. Open your web browser and navigate to http://tigervnc.org/.
2. Click on the "Download" tab to access the download page.
3. Choose your operating system (Windows 11) and select the appropriate version (32-bit or 64-bit).
4. Click on the "Download" button to start the download process.

Step 2: Install Tiger VNC

Now it's time to install the Tiger VNC software on your Windows 11 computer.

1. Once the download is complete, navigate to the downloaded file location.
2. Double-click on the downloaded file to launch the installer.
3. Check the box next to "I accept the terms in the License Agreement" and click the "Next" button.
4. Choose the installation directory or leave the default setting and click the "Next" button.
5. Choose the components you want to install, and click the "Next" button.
6. Choose the start menu folder or leave the default setting and click the "Next" button.
7. Choose whether to create a desktop icon or not and click the "Next" button.
8. Review your installation options and click the "Install" button to start the installation.
9. Wait for the installation process to complete.

Step 3: Configure Tiger VNC

After successfully installing Tiger VNC, it's time to configure the software to use it.

1. Launch the Tiger VNC software.
2. Click on the "Options" button in the VNC Viewer window.
3. Enter the server's IP address or hostname in the "Remote Host" field.
4. Enter the port number in the "Port Number" field (default is 5900).
5. Enter your username and password in the respective fields.
6. Click the "Connect" button to start the connection to the remote server.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Tiger VNC on your Windows 11 computer.

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