To create a shortcut icon to start Remote Desktop Click Start, point to More Programs, point to Accessories, point to Communications, and then click on Remote Desktop Connection. Click Options.

Configure settings for the connection to your office computer. Click Save As, and enter a name, such as Office Computer. Click Save. Open the Remote Desktops folder.

Right-click on the file named Office Computer, and then click Create Shortcut. Drag the shortcut onto the desktop of your home computer. To start Remote Desktop and connect to your office computer, double-click on the shortcut icon.