> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.devolutions.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/concepts/basic-concepts/remote-connection-management.md).

# Remote connection management

Centralize RDP, SSH, VNC, and web sessions in Remote Desktop Manager with templates, inheritance, and automated VPN or gateway triggers.

Remote connection management centralizes RDP, SSH, VNC, web, and other session types in one secure, audited launcher. Define templates, inherit shared settings, and trigger prerequisites such as VPNs or gateways automatically. Use playlists for daily routines, and automate session creation or maintenance with Devolutions PowerShell.

At Devolutions, the remote connection management package brings together Remote Desktop Manager, Devolutions Gateway, Devolutions Launcher, Devolutions Cloud, Devolutions Password Manager, and Devolutions Server. Store and govern entries in Devolutions Cloud or Devolutions Server, launch connections with Remote Desktop Manager (or Devolutions Launcher), route secure tunnels through Devolutions Gateway, and work across devices with Devolutions Password Manager. This reduces manual steps, helps enforce least privilege, and speeds troubleshooting.

#### Related topics

* [Add-ons](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/tools.md)
* [AD Console](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/edit/create-an-entry.md)
* [ARD](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/edit/create-an-entry.md)
* [FTP/SFTP](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/edit/create-an-entry.md)
* [HyperV Console](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/edit/create-an-entry.md)
* [Quick connect](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/view/quick-connect.md)
* [RDP](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/actions/rdp.md)
* [Remote PowerShell](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/tools/powershell-rdm-cmdlet.md)
* [SCP](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/edit/create-an-entry.md)
* [SSH](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/edit/create-an-entry.md)
* [Telnet](/rdm/ribbon-menu-bar/actions/telnet.md)
* [Terminal Server](/rdm/getting-started/installation/client/remote-desktop-services-terminal-services.md)
* [WOL](/rdm/knowledge-base/knowledge-base-articles/wake-on-lan-wol.md)
* [Website](https://docs.devolutions.net/password-manager/browser-extension/devolutions-password-manager-browser-extension-with-remote-desktop-manager/devolutions-password-manager-browser-extension-user-interface-with-remote-desktop-manager/side-menu/add-website)

#### See also

* [Devolutions Academy - Configuring and Managing Remote Connection Entries](https://academy.devolutions.net/student/path/1916054/activity/2667051)
* [Devolutions Academy – Remote desktop management and IT operations](https://academy.devolutions.net/student/path/2523246-remote-connection-management)
* [YouTube - Remote Desktop Manager - The remote connection management toolbox for IT pros](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uz8dvo9tpE)
* [Devolutions Blog - 5 Reasons Why Good Remote Connection Management Solution is Essential](https://blog.devolutions.net/2022/02/5-reasons-why-good-remote-connection-management-solution-is-essential/)


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