How to Install X2go on Windows 11

X2go is an open-source remote desktop solution that allows Linux servers to be accessed remotely from a Windows client. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of X2go on Windows 11.

Prerequisites

Before starting the installation process, make sure that you have the following items ready:

• A Windows 11 machine
• A Linux server with a desktop environment installed
• Internet connectivity on both machines

Step 1: Download X2go

Go to the X2go website at http://wiki.x2go.org/doku.php and download the latest version of X2go for Windows.

Step 2: Install X2go

1. Once the download is complete, double-click on the downloaded file to launch the X2go Installer.
2. Click "Next" on the welcome screen.
3. Click "I Agree" to accept the license agreement.
4. Choose the installation directory (or use the default) and click "Next."
5. Choose which components you want to install and click "Next."
6. Click "Install" to begin the installation process.
7. Wait for the installation to finish, and then click "Finish."

Step 3: Configure X2go

1. Launch X2go by running the X2go client from the Windows start menu.
2. Click the "New Session" button to set up a new connection to your Linux server.
3. In the "New Session" dialog box, enter the following information:
   • Session name: A name of your choosing.
   • Host: The IP address or hostname of your Linux server.
   • Login: Your Linux username.
   • SSH port: The default is 22, but you may have changed it.
   • Session type: Choose "XFCE" or your preferred desktop environment.
4. Click "OK" to save your settings and return to the X2go main screen.
5. Double-click on the session you just created to start the connection.
6. Enter your Linux password when prompted, and wait for the connection to be established.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured X2go on your Windows 11 machine. You can now remotely access your Linux server's desktop environment with ease.

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