Description:
Remote desktop server application
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 7.18.0@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@RealVNC |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Networking
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Tags:
vnc
remote-desktop
screen-sharing
remote-access
administration
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Install:
brew install --cask vnc-server
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About:
Real VNC Server is a high-performance remote desktop server that allows you to view and control a computer's desktop from another device over a network or the internet. It uses the industry-standard VNC protocol to provide secure, reliable access for system administration and technical support. The software includes strong encryption and robust access controls to ensure safe remote connections.
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Key Features:
- Cross-platform remote access
- End-to-end encryption
- Direct and cloud connectivity
- Multi-user enterprise support
- System service/daemon mode
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Use Cases:
- Remote system administration and server management
- Providing technical support to remote users
- Accessing a workstation or server from a mobile device
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Alternatives:
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Screen Sharing
– Built-in macOS feature, simpler but lacks advanced enterprise features
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TeamViewer
– Proprietary alternative with more features but stricter licensing for commercial use
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x11vnc
– Open-source Linux VNC server, more manual configuration required
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| Sep 11, 2026 8:07pm |
7.18.0 |
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| Jun 6, 2026 9:35pm |
7.17.0 |
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| Aug 23, 2025 10:41am |
7.15.0 |
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6b2254a3 |
| Jan 11, 2024 9:22am |
7.9.0 |
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03e7e3bb |
| Oct 18, 2023 2:06pm |
7.7.0 |
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853005de |
| Sep 19, 2023 10:27am |
7.6.1 |
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5d987c6d |
| Apr 12, 2023 5:39pm |
7.1.0 |
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| Mar 6, 2023 12:16pm |
7.0.1 |
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| Mar 4, 2023 12:07am |
7.0.1 |
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635f146f |
| Feb 3, 2023 12:59pm |
7.0.0 |
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a129b21c |
| Dec 31, 2022 1:44pm |
6.11.0 |
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33f89564 |
| Sep 29, 2022 10:10pm |
6.11.0 |
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8f98a052 |
| Aug 13, 2022 4:09am |
6.10.1 |
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| Jul 2, 2022 11:52pm |
6.10.0 |
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| Jun 30, 2022 8:45am |
6.9.1 |
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| Jun 10, 2022 9:18pm |
6.9.1 |
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