Microsoft Makes RDP Shortpath Configuration Generally Available Through GPO and Intune
Microsoft has announced the general availability of Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) Shortpath configuration through Group Policy Objects (GPO) and Microsoft Intune, giving IT teams more centralized control over how the feature is deployed and managed. RDP Shortpath enables multiple optimized UDP-based connections between clients and session hosts, reducing latency and improving reliability compared with traditional TCP-based connections. With GA support in GPO and Intune, administrators can now enable and configure the feature at scale without custom scripting or manual setup. The release enable admins to gain predictable, enforced behaviour across managed devices, centrally govern Shortpath modes and ensures that admins no longer need per-host manual configuration.
The update addresses a common challenge for organizations running hybrid and remote work environments, where consistent remote desktop performance is critical. While RDP Shortpath has been available previously, limited management options slowed adoption in larger environments. By integrating configuration into standard Windows management tools, Microsoft is making it easier for enterprises to adopt performance-enhancing networking features as part of baseline policy. For IT and end-user computing teams, the change delivers more predictable remote access performance and aligns with modern device and policy management practices. The release provides unified policy management across AVD and Windows 365 and operates in addition to AVD host pool configurations. Steps on how to configure RDP Shortpath using Intune are outlined here.
Posted by Redmondmag.com Editors on 01/29/2026