Use a small always‑on home server instead of remote desktop.
Example setup:
- Turn on a low power device at home, like a Raspberry Pi or old laptop.
- Install a synced storage app, like Syncthing or Dropbox, for your important files.
- Move work data into that synced folder.
- Use strong password and 2FA on the sync account.
- When you travel, access your files from any browser or phone, no remote control needed.
You reduce exposure to full desktop access and still reach what you need.