Connecting to Termux VNC Server on Laptop (Windows 10) to Access XFCE4 Environment
In this article, we will discuss the steps required to connect to a VNC server (TigerVNC) running on Termux, a terminal emulator for Android, from a laptop running Windows 10 and access the XFCE4 environment.
Prerequisites
- A device running Android with Termux installed
- A laptop running Windows 10
- TigerVNC server installed on Termux
- RealVNC viewer installed on the laptop
Installing TigerVNC Server on Termux
To install TigerVNC server on Termux, follow the steps below:
1. Open Termux on your Android device
2. Update the package list by running the command:
pkg update
3. Install TigerVNC server by running the command:
pkg install tigervnc
4. Verify the installation by running the command:
vncserver -version
Setting up TigerVNC Server on Termux
To set up TigerVNC server on Termux, follow the steps below:
1. Run the command to start the VNC server:
vncserver
2. You will be prompted to enter a password for the VNC server. Enter a strong password and confirm it.
3. You will be asked if you want to set up a view-only password. You can skip this step by pressing Enter.
4. Take note of the VNC server display number and IP address displayed.
Connecting to TigerVNC Server on Termux from Windows 10
To connect to the TigerVNC server on Termux from Windows 10, follow the steps below:
1. Open RealVNC viewer on your laptop.
2. Enter the VNC server IP address and display number in the following format:
[IP address]:[display number]
3. Click Connect.
4. Enter the password you set up for the VNC server when prompted.
5. You should now be connected to the TigerVNC server on Termux and be able to access the XFCE4 environment.
References
Connecting to a VNC server on Termux from a Windows 10 laptop is a straightforward process that can be done in a few simple steps. By following the instructions outlined in this article, you should be able to access the XFCE4 environment on your Termux VNC server from your Windows 10 laptop.