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How to Disable Remote Assistance on Windows 10

Remote assistance has been around for a long time and it allows users to access their devices through the internet. Generally, it is a tool that allows technical support, friends, or family. They can easily access the PC to help in troubleshooting and solve the issue, customize the program or change settings of a system without having to be physically present. The feature appears to be enabled on Windows 10 by default. If you do not want to use it or want to comply with the security policy in the organization, then you should disable it to protect the device.
Users can use it to access the laptop from a different location, like on vacation or work. You can access it anytime to connect to the device. However, several risks in security should be on the mind. If you can use the device, then someone else may too, so if you are not using it, then disable it. If you want to disable, then you are on the right post. Go through the blog and follow the steps to disable the feature of remote assistance on Windows 10.
How to Disable Remote Assistance
If you want to disable the Remote Assistance, then you can follow the provided steps:
  1. Launch Control Panel.
  2. Tap on Security and System.
  3. Press the Allow remote access button below the System menu.
  4. Select the Remote button.
  5. Remove the Allow Remote Assistance connection to the PC button below the Remote Assistance menu.
  6. Choose the Apply option.
  7. Hit the OK option.
When the procedure is complete, the Remote Assistance feature will not run on the PC anymore. If you want to solve the problem on a device, you can enable remote assistance again following the same steps.
How to Close the Firewall Ports
If you want to close the firewall ports, then abide by the given instructions:
  1. Go to Control Panel.
  2. Tap on Security and System.
  3. Press the Allow app through the Windows Firewall button below the Windows Defender Firewall menu.
  4. Choose the Change settings option.
  5. Remove the Remote Assistance button.
  6. Hit the OK option.
When the process is complete, the firewall ports that will allow the service to run, which will avoid potential security. You can apply the same procedure to make the changes but ensure to check the Remote Assistance button and choose which kind of networks you need to let the service run.
Mia Davis is a creative person who has been writing blogs and articles about cybersecurity. She writes about the latest updates regarding norton.com/setup and how it can improve the work experience of users. Her articles have been published in many popular e-magazines, blogs, and websites.

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