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Subject: computer program
Category: Computers
Asked by: bard68ph-ga
List Price: $5.00
Posted: 29 Jan 2004 06:33 PST
Expires: 28 Feb 2004 06:33 PST
Question ID: 301394
There is some computer program that allows a person to connect to all
the files in their home computer when away from that computer. Can you
tell me what the program is, how I can access it? Thank you.
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Subject: Re: computer program
Answered By: bobbie7-ga on 29 Jan 2004 07:08 PST
Rated:5 out of 5 stars
 
Hi bard68ph!

 
There are a number of simple programs that will allow you to access
your computer when you?re away. I am providing a short description for
each program and a link for downloading.


Remote Control 1.1 

?Remote Control gives you the power to control your PC directly from
your Pocket PC. The software is a micro application installed on your
device that takes control of your PC so you can edit a document, see
an Excel file or reboot your machine. This product is especially
developed for people who are traveling and need to collect data and
information in real time no matter where they are. Perfect for systems
administrators, support staff, or anyone who needs complete access to
their computer.?

License: Free to try; $49.95 to buy 
Minimum requirements: Windows 98/NT/2000/XP 
Uninstaller included?: Yes 
Limitations: 24-hour trial

Download.com
http://download.com.com/3000-7240-10257116.html?tag=lst-0-4


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TeleDesktop 1.1  

?TeleDesktop is a speedy, secure, and simple software package. It
allows you to access and control your PC from anywhere in the world
with TCP/IP connection just like sitting in front of your remote PC.
It is auto-tuned to broadband and narrowband connections (LAN, WAN,
VPN, Internet, dial-up). View and work on your remote desktop,
transfer files and clipboard contents, use any PC to access your
remote PC?

License: Free to try; $35.00 to buy 
Minimum requirements: Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP 
Limitations: Some features disabled after 60 days

Download.com
http://download.com.com/3000-7240-10254698.html?tag=lst-0-6


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GoToMyPC 4.0

?GoToMyPC is the revolutionary Web-based service that allows you to
remotely access your work or home PC from any Internet-connected
computer ? and now from your wireless device. Imagine having instant
access to your email, programs and network from anywhere you happen to
be. Leave the office early and finish your work from home. Travel
anywhere in the world and keep working like you never left. GoToMyPC:
The fast, easy and secure way to access your PC from anywhere in real
time.?

License: Free to try 
Minimum requirements: Windows 95/98/ME/2000/NT/XP
Download.com
http://download.com.com/3000-2085-10214831.html

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Access Remote PC 

?ACCESS AND RUN your computers from anywhere in the world with Access
Remote PC software.?

 Individual Use - control computers in your home network, access your
home computer from office or work on your office computer from home,
access your office or home computer while traveling.
http://www.access-remote-pc.com/

Download a fully functional trial version (v4.1.3)
http://www.access-remote-pc.com/download.shtm


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Remotely Anywhere 4.7

 ?Remotely Anywhere is remote control software that allows fast and
secure access and control of your PC or network from any web browser
without the need for client software. You can download a fully
functioning 30-Day trial. Features include: Remote Control, File
Transfer, User-Defined Access Control, Full Suite of Admin Tools, SSH
and Telnet Servers, WAP Compatibility. Ideal for Windows XP, 2000 and
NT.?
License: Free to try; $99.00 to buy

Download.com
http://download.com.com/3000-7240-10186527.html?tag=lst-0-8


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Remote PC Access 2.2 

Description 
  
?Remote PC Access is fast, compact software for accessing and
controlling any computer from any computer on the Internet or on local
area networks (LAN). View the remote PC's screen and control its
keyboard and mouse just as if you were sitting in front of it.

You can save time and cut on travel costs by fixing problems right
from your office; access your office computer from home; take control
of any PC on the LAN; securely control a remote server on the LAN or
on the Internet; fix software-related problems remotely; broadcast
your screen to up to 100 computers simultaneously; and access your
computer from any PC in the world.?

Free to try; $35.00 to buy

Download.com
http://download.com.com/3000-7240-10198526.html?tag=lst-0-15


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PC Remote Access 1.0

"PC Remote Access enables you to control your computer via a
web-browser, with no plugins, java or activex used on the client-side.
Excellent for remote technical support, distance learning and pc abuse
monitoring.
30-day trial

Download.com
http://download.com.com/3000-7240-10136787.html?tag=lst-0-4


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HS Panda Future Connection 3.1

?Panda Future Connection offers capabilities to access remote computer
via Lan, Internet, or dial-up. You can see the remote computer screen
on your monitor. You may control the remote computer by using the
keyboard or mouse on your own computer. Using the software, it is
possible to administer or test all the features of the remote
computer.?

License: Free to try; $30.00 to buy

Download.com
http://download.com.com/3000-7240-8631552.html?tag=lst-0-1


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Search Criteria: 
connect to your computer OR pc when you're away from home
Remote Access software
PC remote access

I hope you find this helpful! 


Best regards,
Bobbie7
bard68ph-ga rated this answer:5 out of 5 stars and gave an additional tip of: $2.00
Thank you so much for the quick response and excellent answer.

Comments  
Subject: Re: computer program
From: bobbie7-ga on 29 Jan 2004 12:58 PST
 
I'm glad that you're pleased with my research. 
Thank you for the tip and five stars!
--Bobbie7
Subject: Re: computer program
From: nickdanger-ga on 29 Jan 2004 13:38 PST
 
I can't believe you left out VNC (http://www.realvnc.com/). It's
available for free under the GNU General Public Licence.
Subject: Re: computer program
From: primo-ga on 29 Jan 2004 17:33 PST
 
If you are using Windows XP, then you can use remote desktop client to
access your computer across the internet. Remote desktop client can be
download from microsoft for free.
Subject: Re: computer program
From: bard68ph-ga on 30 Jan 2004 10:43 PST
 
Thanks to nickdanger and primo for adding more information re: my question.

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