How do I remote connect to my Linux Desktop from a remote computer?

[wonderweirdo]

I'm new to Linux in General, and just installed Fedora 10 on my PC, and configured it to dual boot with Windows. For the most part, I have everything going pretty good, I've gotten the drivers installed, and these forums were great for helping me get my answers when I was stuck. My main thing now is configuring my Linux desktop, so that I could remote connect to it from work. How would I configure Linux so that only "I" can get into it?

Also, what is the best software for burning ISO files to disks in Linux? I know that there are options available in the Add/Remove Software utility, but I want to know, what's the best package to use for burning image files to DVDs and CDs?

[beaker_]

I like k3b but am falling for the command line cdrecord.

Remote, depends on what you want to do and how valuable your server is. Some people like vnc, I been favoring ssh & putty (LinuxTSC), and webmin. I'm paronoid though and run them on a vpn (tun). I'm also curious what others do.

[sidebrnz]

Personally, I just stick with ssh, because I can ftp over ssh if I need to. I don't need vnc, because I'm connecting in from an old laptop limited to 800x600 so there's not much point in trying to duplicate my home desk top. Remember, you'll have to set up your firewall to pass the ports, including whatever router and/or modem you're using.

[scottro]

Like sidebrnz, I usually use ssh, but for my connections, in both directions, I seldom need the GUI. It's basically checking mail on my home machine (I use mutt, a text based email client) and at work, it's usually checking servers.

When I do need a GUI, I prefer freenx. However, FreeNX, last time I tried it on Fedora,was a bit broken, so for Fedora, I use the nomachine.com version of nxserver, which is free as in Free Diet Mountain Dew. I used to find it faster than VNC and it's somewhat more secure by default, I think (though I wouldn't swear to that.)

Recently, I had to use VNC because I couldn't even get nxserver working on my Fedora system, (which I later fixed) and I was pleasantly surprised--it seems to have improved and to be pretty fast..

It's almost certainly the easiest to use. If using NX, which takes advantage of ssh, for a newcomer, I think I would advise using the nomachine version, simply because it's easier to set up.

[scottro]

A quick note--you're probably better off starting a separate thread for the ISO burning, because it's a completely different subject, but as for me, like beaker, I prefer the command line. However, I have used Brasero on Linux Mint and found it pretty intuitive.

[sidebrnz]

For CD/DVD burning, just use the burner built into Nautilus. If you're doing an iso, just right click on it and select Write To Disc and Bob's your uncle.

[cola]

k3b and ssh are fine tools for cd burning and remote log-in.