Program for remote access and computer management. Connect remote access to the computer via the Internet

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In today's article, I would like to stop at the remote control of the computer under Windows 7, 8, 8.1. In general, such a task may arise in a variety of circumstances: for example, help relatives or friends set up a computer if they are bad in it disassemble; Organize remote help on the company (enterprise, department) so that you can quickly solve user problems or tritely follow them (so as not to play and did not go to "contacts" during working hours), etc.

You can carry out remote computer management with tens of programs (and may already be hundreds, such programs appear as "mushrooms after rain"). In the same article, we will stop at one of the best. So, let's begin…

T Eam Viewer.

This is one of best programs For remote PC management. And she has a number of advantages in relation to such programs:

It is free for non-commercial use;

Allows you to exchange files;

Has a high degree of protection;

Computer management will be carried out as if you are sitting behind it!

When installing the program, you can specify that you will do with it: Install to manage this computer, or manage and allow you to connect. It is also necessary to specify which will be the use of the program: commercial / non-commercial.

After installing and running, Team Viewer can be proceeded.

D la connecting to another computer need to:

Install and run utilities on both computers;

Enter the computer ID to which you need to connect (usually, 9 digits);

Then enter the password for access (4 digits).

If the data is entered correctly - you will see the "desktop" of the remote computer. Now you can work with him as if it was your desktop.

Team Viewer program window - a desktop of a remote PC.

R admin.

One of the best programs to administer computers on the local network and to assist and support to users of this network. The program is paid, but there is a test period of 30 days. At this time, by the way, the program works without restrictions in any functions.

The principle of operation in it is similar to Team Viewer. The RADMIN program consists of two modules:

RADMIN Viewer is a free module, with which you can manage computers on which the server version of the module is installed (see below);

RADMIN Server is a paid module, installed on the PC, which will be controlled.

A Mmyy Admin.

Relatively new program (But it has already managed to get acquainted with it and start using about 40,0000 people around the world) for remote control of computers.

Main advantages:

Free for non-commercial use;

Simple setup and use even for novice users;

High degree of security of transmitted data;

Compatible with all the popular Windows XP, 7, 8;

Works with Firewall installed, via proxy.

Connection window to a remote computer. AMMYY ADMIN.

R MS - Remote Access

Good and free program (for non-commercial use) for remote computer administration. Even the novice users of the PC will be able to use it.

Main advantages:

Brandmara, NAT, network screens will no longer interfere with the PC;

High speed of the program;

There is a version for Android (now from any phone you can control the computer).

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Website.

Since the time of my work, a laboratory assistant in the information center, I understood one important truth "the less you work, the better you work." Any human activity can be improved and make a pleasant even the safest work. Imagine for a moment that at your disposal one computer class. His service takes relatively little time. All problems that have arisen can be eliminated in place by simply passing to the corresponding computer.

But one day, the staff is dramatically increasing with the already familiar fifteen PCs in your class up to hundreds of computers scattered through several buildings. And now everyone, the newly new owner of a miracle box, under his table calls with the question "How to align a sign in Excel?". Reliable with such an individual a couple of minutes and realizing what you need to help, you wake up the stairs to the Cabinet of the Poor. Most likely, the first time there will be not only moving the sign on the monitor screen, but also kilo gingerbreads with an invigorating tea circle. But soon the gickers will not be able to sweeten the constant running, and calls will cause an involuntary sigh. In such a situation, only two exits are seen. Find a person who will run for you or come up with a way to allow you to deal with the scinting computer illiteracy of employees, staying within the walls of your cabinet.

Loading Radmin Server and Viewer

Remote Administrator is one of the remote PC administration programs. Such softyns work on the client-server technology already familiar to us. The product of Russian production and applies conditionally for free. That is, we have the opportunity to download a full version without limiting the functionality, which will work 30 days. Then it should be purchased. You can also use torrents. On their expanses will definitely get a repack from Alker, it also works stably as a licensed version. And I perhaps as part of this material I will use the official trial version.

Step 1. To begin with, we turn to the site and click the large green "Upload a 30-day trial version" button.

Step 2. Then on the page that opens, click "Download Server + Viewer" in one archive.

Step 3. After completing the download, setup files From the archive for convenience, unpack into a separate folder.

Installing and configuring RADMIN Server

First you will deal with the server part of the program. It is its installation to the client PC allows us to manage them remotely.

Step 1. On a computer, which is going to manage, run the RServ35RU.MSI file and in the first installation window, click "Next".

Step 2. Carefully read the license agreement, we accept it and click "Next".

Step 3. And finally the cherished button "Set". We click on it and wait for the end of the installation process. During this process, the screen can periodically blink. Do not be scared it normal, just installed drivers for video capture.

Step 4. After the installation is completed, we will not remove the checkbox from the "Configure user access rights". Click "ready" and go directly to setting up the program.

Step 5. In a new window, select "Start Mode" and set the value "automatically". This is necessary for the program to start itself, at the time of turning on the operating system.

Step 6. Then go to "Settings" and in the first tab " General settings"I do not change anything. Just remember the port that is specified by the default program. Soon he will come in handy.

Step 7. In the "Miscellaneous" tab, we put a tick in the "Download Mirror Driver at Start" item. This is necessary so that the screen of the remote computer does not burn with each of our connections and the user did not know about our presence. Highly useful feature For those who like to watch employees and do not want to be unnecessary suspicion of their part.

Step 8. With the settings finished. Now let's turn to the change in access rights. To do this, in the main menu, click "Access Rights" and in the window that opens, repeat the command.

Step 9. Until users are created, it is impossible to connect to this computer. In order to create users click "Add" and enter a name under which we will go to the computer. As an example, I will create the user "admin".

Step 10. Now you need to give our user certain rights. And since this is admin, we will provide him with full access to a remote computer. Click "OK" in this and next window.

Step 11. If you have purchased a program from the developers or downloaded it from the torrent, then it will be another interesting feature. Namely, the "optional" button, which allows you to configure the hide icon in the tray. When there is no icon in the tray, the user can even not know that this product is installed on the computer.

Step 12. This was last step In the RADMIN Server setting. Now we will restart the computer, so that our settings entered into force. After rebooting, go to the "Startup Control Panel of Network Management and Sharing-Changing Adapter Settings" and click right-click on that adapter, with which the network connection is performed. In the listed list, click on the item "Status".

Step 13. In the next window, click "Information" and see the IP address of the computer. It will come in handy for us to enter this PC on Radmin. But only if this Item is constantly assigned to this computer, otherwise it is better to watch DNS name.

Step 14. To view the computer's name, let's go to the "Start" and the right-click of the "Computer" label. In the window that opens in the line "Full name" we see the name of our PC.

Excellent. Let's recall the information that we will soon need:

• Port for connecting to a remote computer: 4899
• IP address of the computer: 192.168.0.51
• DNS Computer Name: Win7

You have all this data, except the port, will be different from mine. Manipulation with a remote machine we finished. Let's proceed to configure the client part of the program (Radmin Viewer).

If the Radmin Server must be set to remote computers to which you are going to connect, the RADMIN Viewer is installed on the contrary, it is installed on your computer. It allows you to connect to all computers on your network on which the program module is installed and configured. Let's not waste time. We begin to install.

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Step 1. On the computer of the administrator from which the connections will be carried out, start the RView35GU.MSI file and press the "Next" in the first window.

Step 2. We accept the license agreement and click "Next". In the next window, select "Install the application for all users of this computer."

Step 3. Click "Install" and wait for the end of the installation of Radmin Viewer.

Step 4. Okay. Now you need to make sure that our computer is located on the same subnet with a remote PC. To do this, go to the already familiar path "Start-to-Panel Control Center of Network Management and Common Access-Changing Adapter Settings" and click right-click on the adapter. In the listed list, we make a click on the "status-information" and see the IP. The third digit from our and remote computer must match this subnet number. If everything is true, then moving on.

Connection in "Management" mode

In this mode, all your manipulations with the mouse and keyboard are transmitted to remote computer. You get the opportunity to remotely manage the desktop as if it is right in front of you.

Step 1. We go to the "Start" and launch Radmin Viewer 3. In the main window of the program, click "Connection-connect with ...".

Step 2. In the "IP address or DNS name" line, I will enter the IP address of the remote computer (in my case 192.168.0.51) and clicking "OK" Let's try to connect to the computer in the control mode.

Step 3. In the window that appears, enter the username and password (those that are specified on the remote station). And while holding the breath with click on "OK".

Step 4. Next instant, we get access to the desktop of the remote computer. We can make any actions with a mouse and keyboard.

Connection in "View" mode

In this mode, you can watch all the user's actions, but not interfere in the work process. Personally, I often use this regime. He perfectly proven himself in the educational process. When students work for their computers, they often have various issues. In order not to run to each of them, I just open the five Radmin windows on a laptop at the same time and moving between them I give advice to perform the task.

Step 1. In the main program of the program, click the already loved tab "Connection-connect with ...".

Step 2. We enter the familiar combination of the name and password.

Step 3. And we see the screen of the remote computer. But remember that this mode allows us to just look, but not touch.

Connection in "File Transfer" mode

This mode is convenient to connecting to the remote computer you get the opportunity to download any file from it or pass your own. At the same time, the user will not even feel any manipulations on your part. One more an interesting feature It is that files can be downloaded from any folders, and not just from the general. After all, we get access to all PC disks (except for network unfortunately).

Creating a targeted book

Radmin address book allows us to save computers to which we connect in a convenient format. Connections can be distributed by convenient folders based on the structural divisions of the organization. You will not dwell on the address book in more detail. I will only say that after you have created all the necessary connections and distributed them in the folder tree (left in the main window Radmin Viewer). Need to export our settings in separate file.That we can open on any computer with Radmin Viewer.

Step 1. Click "Service-Export of the Address Book ...".

Step 2. We specify the name of the file and select its location.

Step 3. We throw off the file on the USB flash drive and run Radmin Viewer on another computer. Open the "service import of the address book ...".

Step 4. We choose the address book and a second we see that all our previously created computers have been loaded. By the way, another chip, if you click on the "Scanning Servers in the current folder" icon (or hot key F5), then on those PCs that are now turned on the check mark indicating the availability of the connection.

A spoon of tar

Of the disadvantages of the observed during operation this product You can allocate only three main. Although they are rather not shortcomings, but rather the wishes to developers to improve the program:

• When connecting the Aero style is reset to the classic, which immediately says experienced user that someone followed by someone (solved by the forced use of classical windows topics);
• There is no possibility to block the keyboard and the mouse on the remote computer (and sometimes you want to catch a student or employee on something curious);
• The program is unfortunately available only under Windows.

Let's summarize. Radmin is great for remote control of computers. The program is successfully applied, both to help employees and to modernize the educational process. It also uses it very convenient to administer the server. After all, if the server has a remote access program installed, then the need for a regular monitor disappears. As part of this article, it was originally planned to talk about how to configure Radmin to connect over the Internet. Namely to do this by way of ports on the router. But then it was decided to make a separate material on this topic. So wait for friends.

Those who are interested in improving their professional qualifications, I recommend to go through a free online test on the developers website. This will make a certificate of a specialist in working with software product Radmin, which can be printed and hang in a beautiful frame above the table.

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Remote access to the computer via the Internet will allow you to manage your PC, even if it is thousands of kilometers from your location.

The technology works on the principle of assigning a unique identifier to a global network. With this data it is connected to remote control.

Function can be configured as using system functions Windows operating system and using additional programs (their use is usually free of charge).

Note! In order to access a remote computer through another PC, a remote PC must be turned on and have an Internet connection. Also, the function or program that ensures the presence of a remote connection must be connected on both devices.

Using the Internet ID function in Windows

Assigning a unique identification number in the network allows you to significantly simplify the connection process.

Using this feature, the computers disappears the need to adjust the reverse connection process every time.

Also, the Internet ID function is pretty easy to use and configure its operation can even be able to work.

How does Internet id work? The connection of two computers occurs due to the connection to a single host.

The interface is displayed due to the NAT protocol or standard network screen.

Follow the instructions below to independently configure the remote access to the PC using the Internet Options ID:

• To begin with, you need to receive an identifier with which two computers will be able to connect the connection. The procedure for issuing an identifier is carried out by the host for free;
• In some assemblies, the windows may not have previously installed utility. You can download it by reference http://db.repairdl.org/internetidadmin.exe/ennetidad-50.html.
• Install the tool on both computers and proceed to work;
• After installing the host icon appears on the desktop toolbar. Click on it right-click and select Connection Settings;

• Then in the new window, click on the corresponding button to get an Internet identifier. This procedure must be done on the computer from which other PCs will be managed;

• After a few seconds, a window appears with a text field in which the identifier will be specified that provides a remote connection of two PCs. Remember it, because without specifying the identifier on another PC, you will not be able to configure the connection;

• Now you need to make several actions on the client personal computer (to which you will connect). Run the installed utility, select how "client" mode;
• Press the New Connection Create key and in the window that opens, specify the connection name and the identifier itself. The name can be chosen anyone, and the Internet ID must match the one that was issued on the first PC. Press the OK key;

• Next will open the connection properties. Select the connection mode through the identifier, as shown in the figure below, and enter it again into the appropriate text field;

Now wait a few seconds and wait for the connection to complete.

With subsequent attempts to obtain remote access to another PC, you will need to enter the administrator only to enter the identifier, and on the client side, select the previously created connection template.

In addition to the proposed way to configure remote access, you can use special programswhich are even easier in the setup.

TeamViewer program

The main feature of the utility: the user does not need to be able to deal with the client and server part of the program separately.

It is enough just to install the program on both computers and configure the connection for several clicks with the mouse.

After the first switching on the application window displays a personal computer ID and access password.

To connect to another computer, it is enough to maintain its identifier in the Partner ID field and click the Connect button.

Benefits TeamViewer:

1. Availability of several modes of operation of two computers: remote access, file transfer mode and folders, VPN;
2. During the connection, you can open the chat window, this will allow two users to communicate in real time without being distracted by other messengers;
3. To ensure full-scale system administration of another PC, you can connect the option of round-the-clock remote access. In inactive mode, the function consumes little resources and does not load personal computers;
4. Work speed and stable connection. Due to the availability of high-quality hosts, users do not face the problem of access failure (this happens only in case of a bad connection with global Network The Internet);
5. It should be noted that TeamViewer cannot be used for commercial purposes. The developer has embedded a utility to determine the commercial connection. If it is detected, access to the PC will be immediately blocked.

If you want to use modules for a corporate connection, you will need to buy paid version Applications.

Helpful information:

Pay attention to the program. Using this utility, you can connect to any computer at a distance, getting access to video, photos, documents and other files. And, although the program has a lot of analogues, it is distinguished by a simple and understandable interface,

AMMYY ADMIN.

Available operation modes include the ability to view and remote control to other personal computer or user laptop.

Using the program is possible without installing it on two devices. It is enough to open a portable version on computers.

The utility is not intended for use in commercial organizations and enterprises.

To get started, run AMMY ADMIN. on both computers. Then enter the computer server identifier on the computer client. Press the "Connect" key.

The connection circuit is also depicted in Figure 8.

This application is more suitable for organizing a one-time connection than for long-term and regular work.

Among the advantages over other similar software, a simplified connection process can be noted, intuitive interface and high speed.

Among the disadvantages of the application, it can be noted that it is not available on mobile devices and tablet pc. There is also no mode of transfer of folders and files.

The use of the program is limited to fifteen hours a month. This feature is organized to eliminate the possibility of commercial use.

Server and client part of the program

Also, in contrast to TeamViewer and Ammy Admin, unique identificator For the server PC is assigned only once (when you first start).

In the future, it does not change.

This will allow you to quickly remember it and in the future not to have problems with its introduction on the client side.

Also, users have the ability to independently set its identifier on the network.

The program itself is paid, however, if you do not need to use it for commercial purposes, you can download the version of LiteManager Free.

It is free and its work is limited only by the filter determining the possible commercial connection.

The appendix shows a large number of modes for connecting two PCs, namely:

1. Remote access;
2. Data transfer;
3. Chat organization mode;
4. The possibility of access to the registries of two PCs;
5. Task Manager.

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The application also has a very good speed. The first connection takes place for counting seconds.

Also, you have the opportunity to access the BIOS remote computer.

The utility cannot configure the connection without specifying the IP address of the server PC, that is, the connection by the identifier is not possible.

All modern applications for working with remote access are fast work and a user-friendly user interface.

Choose suitable way Connections based on whether it will be regular or disposable.

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There are many programs for organizing remote access. There are paid and free programs, there are programs for different operating systems. It is clear that in this article we will not be able to consider everything at once, but let's talk about the most interesting of them, and most importantly - we will understand what is more efficient for a particular task.

Radmin (Shareware)

Ten years ago, the most popular program for remote access was Radmin, she now is (www.radmin.ru) - she did not go anywhere during this time. From her and start a review.

The program consists of two parts: Server and Viewer. The first starts on a remote computer (or remote computers), and the second is on your computer and is used to connect to remote machines that you are going to configure. On the website of the developers, you can download both a complete set and individual components. There is also a portable version of the Viewer without installation, and the Radmin Server 3.5 NTI version is a special version without an icon in the tray, that is, the user of a remote computer and does not recognize that Radmin is installed on it until you start controlling it.

I will note the key features: Support for Windows 8 32/64 Bit, support for switching user sessions in Windows XP / Vista / 7/8, Wine compatibility (Radmin can arrange remote access to PC running Linux via Wine), Telnet support, remote PC shutdown , Radmin servers scanner (allows you to find all the PCs you can manage on your network), transfer files between Server and Viewer.

Conclusions:

• The functionality of the program: here and your own authentication, and support for voice chat, and the ability to transfer files. Everything is very convenient.
• Due to the fact that the Server is installed on a remote computer, the presence of the user is not necessary, as in other similar programs. For example, you can administer the remote PCs of your colleagues when they went for lunch. In other similar programs, it is necessary or to allow the user to enable the connection, or that the user gives you a password that is automatically generated at each communication session.
• Low system requirementsThe program does not load the processor at all, which is particularly relevant for my old note with AMD, which is heated as an iron, - he acted as a "remote" computer.
• Just run Server not enough, you need to configure it.
• Many users love TeamViewer for its functionality, and for the fact that it does not require any special ports (by default it uses the 80th port) and does not require a firewall configuration. Radmin Server uses port 4899, and it will not be possible to run it without configuring the firewall.
• No mobile customers.
• Does not support other OS.

TeamViewer (Freeware)

Now, probably, from programs for remote access more popular than TeamViewer. You can download her full version with www.teamviewer.com/en and at the same time not to pay a penny. For non-commercial use, the program is absolutely free.

Fig. 4. TeamViewer is launched

TeamViewer pleases Windows, OS X, Linux, which is so lacked in Radmin. There are also mobile clients for Android, iPad / iPhone: You can manage the remote computer from your iPhone. There is also a portable version of the program for Windows, which is very useful for an infrequent use of the program, and the portable version can be run as on the "server" and on the "client", unlike Radmin, where you can run only the client (Viewer) without installation, and the "server" part must be installed.

After starting the program, you will see the main TeamViewer window and the Computers and Contacts window (Fig. 4). If you plan to help at once to all your relatives and colleagues, you can click the "Register" button, create an account, and then in this window you will see all numerous computers that you set up.

Fig. 5. TeamViewer in action

Now we'll figure it out that there is something. If you need to connect to your computer, then the remote side you must tell your ID (in this case, 969 930 547) and password (8229). To report, already decide it yourself - you can copy and transfer these values \u200b\u200bon Skype, ICQ, by e-mail, SMS or simply dictate by phone. This password changes each time the program is launched. If the program is installed on your computer, you can make a permanent personal passwordBut I do not recommend: the password can be compromised and then anyone can connect to your computer.

If you need to connect to a remote computer, you need to enter the remote side ID (in this case, 411108007) and click the "Connect to Partner" button, after which the program will ask you to enter the password you received from the remote side. That's all - in the window that appears, you can configure the remote computer (Fig. 5).

Probably, you have already noticed the main difference from RADMIN: You need to pass the password to the one who sets up a computer, and in the Radmin password is specified when you create a user account. In other words, you need the presence of a user for the computer. It is asked, but how to organize a home office when you want to access the working computer, for example, at night. Everything is very simple. You need to organize the TEAMVIEWER autorun (for example, add to the "Auto-loading" group or register in the registry in the RUN key) and set a "personal password". Please note that you cannot specify a personal password if the program is not installed on the computer, but is launched without installation.

There is another program you need to know about: TeamViewer Host. It starts as a system service and is used for round-the-clock access to the remote computer, including logging in / output. It turns out that TeamViewer Host allows you to organize the terminal server, and it supports an unlimited number of clients for one server (the number of customers is limited only by the computational capabilities of your computer). It should also be noted that the TeamViewer Host is needed administrator rights that do not always have, therefore, in most cases, you will use the usual TeamViewer. However, if you need to configure only one computer (or simply organize remote access to it, say from the house), then TeamViewer Host is not needed. For the sake of justice, it should be noted that if the usual TeamViewer (not Host) is running on the computer, then the components B, B, G (number three are shown for example) can be connected to it for joint administration. Another thing is that you need to coordinate the actions of administrators, since the keyboard and mouse are common, but one can configure, the rest will observe.

Like Radmin, TeamViewer allows you to exchange files, voice and text messages, as well as remotely restart the computer (the desired command is in the Actions menu, see fig. 5, just restart the computer is not enough - after all, the TeamViewer Communication Session will not be installed The computer during its configuration you only need through the "Actions" menu).

Conclusions:

• Easy (program is easier than Radmin, a huge advantage for unprepared users who will have to install it on the remote side).
• The program does not fully require installation: both on the client and on the server. Installation is made at will.
• Works through port 80 (and some more additional ports), which does not require the configuration of the firewall.
• Having versions for other OS.
• Availability of mobile clients for Android, iOS and Windows Phone 8 (that is, you can manage the remote computer directly from your iPad).
• The possibility of organizing interactive conferences (up to 25 participants).
• Does not require administrator rights for remote access.
• Shipping the processor is noticeably more than Radmin, my old laptop even overheated and turned off.
• Mobile customers, though there are, but they are not very comfortable (however, it is better than nothing).

ROYAL TS (Shareware)

Once there was such programmouth - Mremote. I do not know what happened there, but the Mremote project was closed, and the developers took and created another project - Royal TS. On the site you will find the version for Windows, OS X and IOS (you can run with iPhone and iPad).

In Royal TS, you need to create a document before creating a connection, that is, one connection \u003d one document. ROYAL TS documents are a very convenient thing, they can be transmitted as ordinary files, such as other admin. He will be able to open this document and immediately connect to a remote computer without having to create a manual connection. The Shareware version has a limit on the number at the same time open documents - ten. As for me, this is quite enough for the non-commercial use of the program, so in practice you will not even notice that you lack something (if, of course, you do not administer a remotely huge network of computers).

First of all, it must be said that this program is radically different from Radmin and TeamViewer. Both of these programs combine the functionality of both the server and the client (in the case of the RADMIN server and the client - it is different programsIn the case of TeamViewer - the same program). In other words, on one of the computers, you can install Radmin Server or TeamViewer, and on the other to use Radmin Viewer or TeamViewer, respectively, to connect to this remote computer. So, Royal TS is something like Radmin Viewer, that is, a program for connecting to a remote server, but the server will have to create on its own. How do you do it - your problems. Royal TS will not help you create such a server, but only give it to it.

Fig. 6. ROYAL TS for Windows

Among the connection protocols to the remote server, which supports Royal TS: RDP, Telnet, SSH, CITRIX, VNC. RDP / Telnet / SSH servers themselves and others will have to configure yourself.

On the one hand, it goes beyond the articles, on the other - it would be incomplete if I did not give an example of configuring at least one of the servers that support Royal TS. SSH / Telnet servers, I think, the reader will not be very interesting. I want something graphic. Let us have Linux (Ubuntu or her clone) and you need to configure the VNC server. To do this, first set the VNC server with the command:

Sudo Apt-Get Install VNC4Server

After that, you need to run it - for the first time without parameters:

Sudo Vnc4Server.

In the process of launching the Sudo VNC4Server command, you need to enter a password that will be used to connect to this VNC server. The password itself will be saved in $ HOME / .VNC / PASSWD. I will no longer say a word - there is man :). After the first launch, you need to start VNC4Server, specifying the screen number:

Sudo VNC4Server: 3

Next in Royal TS you need to create new document (On the File tab, then go to the Edit tab and click the VNC button. In the window that appears (Fig. 7) you need to enter the display name (Display Name) - in our case: 3, the IP address of the VNC server and specify the port number (usually 5900). The password will be requested when connecting to the server.

Fig. 7. Connection parameters to VNC

Conclusions:

• Universal client for connecting to a remote server by various protocols.
• There are versions for Windows, OS X and IOS.
• It is not possible to organize remote access only by ROYAL TS tools, additional programs are needed.
• Not suitable for remote configuration of inexperienced users - they simply will not be able to configure the necessary remote access services.

Supremo: free and simple (Freeware)

Let's analyze the situation. If you do not like TeamViewer or you cannot use it for some reason (including due to the need to buy a license for commercial use), and Radmin is also not suitable for any reason, then you will have to look for analogs. Once in the article talks about simple and free programs, you need to be the following program: a) free; b) simple. Such is the program Supremo, which can be downloaded from the site.

The program (Fig. 8) was created "in the image and similarity" TeamViewer. It does not require installation, the principle of working it is the same as the TeamViewer, even the terminology it uses the same (this is me about the partner ID and other inscriptions in the program interface).

Customizable Computer and Support Specialist Computer must run only Windows only. Different Windows releases are supported, including Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2. ABOUT support Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012 on the official site has not yet been said.

Fig. 8. Program Supremo.

The algorithm for its use is simple: you need to start the program on both computers, then request its ID and password from the remote side, then click the Connect button. Before this, the remote side must press the "Start" button, otherwise the connection will not be allowed. Perhaps this is the only difference from TeamViewer.

For the review to be more complete, let's go to the program settings (Tools -\u003e Options). In the "Security" section (Fig. 9) can be configured automatic start Programs, specify a password for remote connections and indicate how the ID is allowed to connect to your computer.

Fig. 9. Safety parameters SUPREMO

In the "Connection" section (Fig. 10), you can specify the proxy server parameters if it is present in your network.

Fig. 10. SUPREMO connection parameters

In addition to its direct destination, namely remote control of the computer, the program can be used to exchange files. To exchange files (which is possible in two directions - both downloading and downloading) Just use Drag & Drop.

Conclusions:

• Easy to use.
• Does not require installation.
• The ability to transfer files.
• The possibility of chat.
• Does not require a firewall configuration (HTTPS / SSL is used).
• No support for other OS, except Windows.
• No mobile customers.

LogMein (Freeware)

Consider another useful program - LogMein (Fig. 11). The purpose of this program is the same as everyone else reviewed in this article - remote access. On the site logmein.com you will find several similar products, we are primarily interested in the product LogMein Free. Its possibilities are quite enough for most purposes: access to the computer running Windows or OS X, remote control and viewing of the desktop, copying and inserting data between computers, reboot function, chat, support for multiple monitors, detection of the invasion by SSL / TLS protocol, not Requests the configuration of the firewall parameters, does not require the remote computer administrator rights.

Personally, I liked the function of copying and inserting data between computers, as well as a reboot function: during the configuration of the computer, it is sometimes necessary to restart it, after which the remote access session is automatically restored, which is very convenient.

Unlike the version of FREE, the Pro version supports the transfer of files between computers, video in HD format, dragging the files between computers and a few more functions for which it is hardly worth paying almost 53 euros per year - it is so much a PRO version. Comparison of these two versions, as well as the version for OS X, you can read at: https://secure.logmein.com/comparisonchart/comparisonfpp.aspx.

Fig. 11. Main window LogMein

The way to work with this program is slightly different from TeamViewer and similar programs. Everything is a little more difficult, but, apparently, this is how the LogMein developers determine who and in what purposes uses the program. In the main window, select "with Mac or PC" and then you will see a sequence of actions that you need to perform to provide another user access to this computer (Fig. 12). Grandfather with a grandmother is accurately confused and will not appreciate. Without registering on Logmein.com it is not necessary, it is even free, but in terms of convenience absolutely superfluous.

Fig. 12. How to connect to this PC

There is, though the way is easier - anonymous access through the browser. Quite an interesting feature, which is not in other similar programs. The essence is as follows: the user who wants you to set up his computer, creates an invitation link, then transmits it to any in a convenient way You (by email, on Skype and so on). The invitation link is valid for a certain time (time assigns a remote user), even if the link someone is running, it is unlikely to be able to use it after the expiration date.

Let's look at how to create an invitation and how to use it. In chapter " General access To the desktop, "current invitations are displayed. By clicking the "Send Invitation" button, you can generate that very link. The invitation creation wizard allows you to determine the duration of the invitation and the way to send an invitation (you can send e-mail link, but you can just get a link and send it manually).

Fig. 13. Managing a remote computer through a browser

Then this link must be sent to a person who will be engaged in the compaction of the company. When he copies it into the browser and open, it will see a screen similar to those depicted in Fig. 13. To continue, click the "Continue" button. After that, the user who sent the link will consistently receive two requests. The first request is a request for access to the guest, a second request for the provision of access rights (Fig. 20). Guest can or fully control the computer, or just view the desktop without the possibility of control.

Conclusions:

• Does not require administrator rights.
• Does not require a firewall setting.
• Ability to use a browser for remote control.
• Mobile customers.
• Several unusual principles of work.

Mosh (Mobile Shell): A good alternative for SSH

Mosh can also be used to remote access to the console (that is, you can remotely execute commands and you will see their result). The main advantage of MOSH over SSH is the possibility of roaming, that is, the network change on the client machine, which is useful on the road, when the network may change (now it is cellular, after a few minutes - Wi-Fi, and the IP changes, but the connection remains). Often traveling admins will appreciate it. But there is one big drawback: the MOSH cannot connect to the usual SSH server, that is, the server will have to install Mosh. But Mosh works not in the form of a demon like SSH, but as a regular program, that is, it does not need root access to its launch. Mosh is available for many Linux and BSD, OS X, IOS distributions (as part of the popular ISSH client) and Android.

UltraVNC / REALVNC.

VNC (Virtual Network Computing) is a remote access to the computer desktop that uses RFB (Remote Framebuffer). Earlier it was shown how to organize a VNC server in Linux, in Windows such a server can be created using Ultravnc or RealVNC programs. Ultravnc Program is similar to REALVNC, but has additional features like encryption connections between the client and the server, the Java Viewer module (access to a remote PC via a Java support browser) and others. Although RealVNC has a VNC VIEWER plugin for Google Chrome, so there is no need for Java Viewer. As already noted, the programs are largely like, so in this article we will consider only Ultravnc.

When installing Ultravnc, it is possible to install both the VNC server and the VNC client. On your computer, if you do not need remote access, the VNC server can not be installed. When installing a VNC server will be able to configure it to start as system ServiceBut for this you need admin rights. RFB, which uses VNC, usually implies the use of ports 5900-5906. Consequently, to connect via VNC, you need to configure firewall, otherwise it will dance the connection.

Ultravnc Viewer program is used to connect to the VNC server. The program is universal, and you can use it to connect to any VNC server, and not just to the one on which UltraVNC Server is running. Similarly to the server created by the Ultravnc Server program, you can connect the ROYALTS program or any other VNC client.

A few words about how it all works. First, run the Ultravnc Edit Settings program and on the Security tab, set a password to access the VNC server, then you need to run the UltraVNC Server program. After another computer, we start UltraVNC Viewer (Fig. 14) and enter the IP of the computer on which the VNC server is installed, and press the Connect button.

Fig. 14. Ultravnc Viewer.

Conclusions:

• Need admin rights, need to configure firewall.
• The same protocol can be used to control Windows, OS X and Linux, but this is the advantages of a specific program, but the VNC itself.

SSH-access

The classic remote access remains SSH. It would seem that you can still come up with? Well, for example, what if you have a lot of remote machines? Prescribe aliases for each? there is special utilitiesallowing you to quickly switch between machines. One of these managers in Linux - Gnome Connection Manager. The program is very convenient, we strongly recommend. In Windows for this purpose, AUTOPUTTY is used - the shell for the popular SSH / Telnet client PUTTY, which can be downloaded at: http://www.r4dius.net/autoputty/. There is a similar SSH connector manager for OS X -Shuttle. For mobile platforms You can use mobile SSH clients - Prompt (iOS) and ConnectBot (Android). You will find links and screenshots on the network.

AMMYY ADMIN (FREEWARE)

AMMYY ADMIN is another program for remote access to the desktop. The program is good because it is absolutely free, completely undemanding to resources (the executable file is at all occupied by the funny 700 KB), it allows you to organize both the usual remote access to the desktop and the connection in the remote office style, does not require installation and change of firewall parameters. With the rest of the program you can find on the website of the developers.

Anywherets (Freeware)

Allows you to convert the computers in thin clients. The main purpose of this program is not remote access from considerations. technical supportAs in all previously described programs, although it can also be used for this. AnyWarets allows you to give the second life to old computers to be used as thin clients - connect to the server on which programs will be performed that is physically impossible to run on old PCs. Detailed information about this program you will find on the developers website.

Remote access to Windows 8

This review would not be complete if we were not considered the possibilities of the OS itself. On the "server" (that is, on the computer to which remote access is planned), you need to perform the following steps:

• Run SystemPropertiesRemote.exe.
• Enable the Allow Remote Assistant to this Computer check box.
• Enable the "Allow deleted connections to this computer" switch and click the Apply button.
• If an energy-saving mode is used, you need to configure the computer so that it is never translated into sleep mode.

On your computer, use the application "Connect to a remote desktop" to connect to a remote computer.

Fig. 15. Deleted Access Resolution

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PC remote control programs are well known to anyone. system administrator or the technical support worker, since in its daily activities they are constantly faced with the task of administering servers and PCs of users of the local network. The most common utility for the remote PC management is, of course, Remote Desktop Connection is included in the Windows operating system. This fact is explained not so much functionalityhow much is it is part of OS, and therefore it is not necessary to acquire it separately. As for the functionality of this utility, it is usually not enough in practice, therefore specialized third-party software packages are often used. In this article, we will look at specialized software packages intended for remote control of computers.

If you try to classify remote control programs, then it can be divided into two types: utilities that provide access to the desktop of the remote PC, and the utility providing access to the command line of the remote PC. The first of them provide users with the ability to work with a remote PC in the same way as local. The second type utilities allow you to automate the operation of the network, running on several selected network computers the same or different applications, as well as, for example, to create a schedule for starting programs on remote PCs. It is absolutely pointless to try to compare these two types of utilities, as they are used in different situations and for various purposes.

Note that most of the remote control programs operate on the "client-server" principle, that is, you mean the availability of server and client parts of the program, which are respectively installed on the managed computer and on the PC from which control is performed. To control the remote PC, it is necessary that the corresponding program module (server part) is running on it. Some remote control utilities allow you to remotely install the server part (if there are appropriate administrative rights), and sometimes this procedure is absolutely transparent for the local PC user (as a rule, in this case the server part is installed as a service on a remote PC). But some utilities require "manual" installation of the server part of the program.

In this article, we will present to your attention a remote management program focused on using Windows-platforms. It should be noted that in the process of preparing the publication, we viewed several dozen utilities for the remote control of the PC (the benefit of them is not much difficult to find them on the Internet). However, as it turned out, not all utilities are workable and generally deserve mention. Therefore, we will dwell only on those of them that are really efficient and have been tested by us in the real local network.

ANYPLACE CONTROL 3.3 (www.anyplace-control.com)

AnyPlace Control 3.3 refers to the category of client-server applications.

A HOST module is installed on the PC managed, and the PC from which control is performed is the Admin-program module. Of course, it is possible to simultaneously install both modules on any PC of the local network. But the most interesting thing is that the AnyPlace Control 3.3 program provides the ability to remotely install a Host module to any computer of the local network. And all that is needed for this is to choose a computer on the local network and start the HOST module remote installation procedure. Naturally, it is necessary to have administrator rights.

Note that the AnyPlace Control 3.3 program supports a Russian-speaking interface.

AnyPlace CONTROL 3.3 allows you to work in two modes: viewing and control. In the first mode, it is possible to display a remote PC desktop on the screen and monitor the user's actions, and in control mode - completely intercept the control of the remote PC. An interesting feature of the remote control mode is that the work of the user's remote PC itself is not blocked. However, both in the other mode of a remote PC receives a notification in the form of an icon in the system tray that its computer is "under the hood".

To connect to a remote PC, it must first be selected from the list. The built-in scanner allows you to display all the computers of the local network (domain or working group), and you can configure the filter to display only a PC that already have the installed client part of the program, that is, those that can be connected.

After selecting computers to which you want to connect, they are added to the list and become available for remote control (Fig. 1).

Fig. 1. The main window of the AnyPlace program
CONTROL 3.3 with the displayed list of computers,

The undoubted advantage of this utility is that it allows you to remotely manage multiple PCs simultaneously. In this case, it is possible to simultaneously execute on managed PCs such commands as shutting down, reboot and terminate a user session.

To prevent unauthorized access to the PC during the installation of AnyPlace Control 3.3, you can set a password for access to the controlled computer. Among other interesting features of the program are to configure traffic encryption when the PC remote control and the use of a common clipboard between the managed computer and the PC from which is controlled. True, send pictures through this buffer will not work, but text fragments are transmitted without problems.

In conclusion, we note that the demo version of AnyPlace Control 3.3 is valid for 30 days after installation. Price full version The programs depends on the number of PCs on which it is established, at the rate of $ 17.5 per PC.

Access Remote PC 4.12.2 (www.access-remote-pc.com)

The Access Remote PC 4.12.2 utility also refers to the category of client-server applications and allows you to intercept the desktop and get full access to any PC where the server part of this program is installed, from any other computer (Fig. 2). Note that the server part of the program is installed on the PC managed, and on the computer from which the control is produced is the client part. When installing the server part of the program on computers to be remote control, the username for which remote control is authorized, and access password.

Fig. 2. Transfer of files between computers
In the Access Remote PC 4.12.2 utility

ACCESS Remote PC 4.12.2 Program provides the ability to manage computers both on the local network and via the Internet and even through modem connections. With a remote computer management, the local user operation is not blocked, and that the computer is controlled from the outside, as well as about who exactly controls the computer, the local user can learn on the icon in the system tray. In addition, the server part of the program allows you to disable all remote users from PC if necessary, change passwords, view the statistics of each remote control session.

Access Remote PC 4.12.2 provides two modes of operation: Full control mode of the remote PC and monitoring mode.

The disadvantages of this utility include the impossibility of remote simultaneous control of multiple PCs using a single interface. However, you can simultaneously run multiple sessions of connections (each of them in your own window), and then the ability to manage multiple remote computers is implemented. Another disadvantage of the program is the inability to remotely install its server part.

The advantages of Access Remote PC belongs that it can work with firewalls, supports dynamic IP addresses and, importantly, practically does not slow down even on slow network connections, including modem. In addition this utility allows you to easily transfer files between computers for which it is provided for special regime Transfer Files (Fig. 2), and also supports work with a clipboard, that is, it allows you to synchronize the exchange buffers on a local and remote PC, which simplifies the transmission of text fragments between the PC. Another advantage of the program is to support encryption when transferring data to the RC4 algorithm with a 160-bit key.

The free version of the program is full-featured, but the number of its launches is limited - only 30 times.

LANHELPER 1.61 (www.hainsoft.com)

LANHELPER 1.61 (Fig. 3) is a small utility that allows you to automate the process of managing the local network.

Fig. 3. Main window Utilities LANHELPER 1.61

With it, you can make a remote shutdown or reboot at the same time multiple network computers. On remote PCs you can run applications (if they support the launch from command line), In addition, the simultaneous launch of the same applications on the managed PC group is supported.

The LANHELPER utility has a built-in set of commands that can be performed on remote PCs (Fig. 4). In this case, it is possible to specify the time when the application is launched, and the time interval, according to which applications are started on the PC (minimum interval of 1 min). You can also make up the schedule for running applications on remote PCs. The most important advantage of the program is that it does not require the installation of the client part to the remote PC to implement all its capabilities.

Fig. 4. Remote command execution
simultaneously on multiple computers
Using the LANHELPER 1.61 utility

In addition to remote execution of commands, the LANHELPER 1.61 utility allows you to view, run and stopping various services on remote PCs (Fig. 5), as well as send messages to users (to implement this feature, you need to activate the Messenger service on all PCs).

Fig. 5. Working with services on a remote PC
Using the LANHELPER 1.61 utility

To implement the options for running applications and execute commands on remote PCs, you must have administrator rights.

The demo version of the LANHELPER LANHELPER 1.61 program has a limited period of validity - 30 days, the price of the license is $ 49.95.

DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 (www.dameware.com)

The DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 software package is a powerful remote local network administration system. It is based on the complex microsoft utilities Windows NT Administration Utilities, combined a very convenient single interface. Most of the package incoming utilities from the Microsoft Windows NT Administration Utilities set have advanced features, and in addition, it has a number of unique utilities. In particular, the package includes the DameWare Mini Remote Control utility, which allows you to fully control the working desktop of the remote PC, as well as the utility to implement the command line mode on the remote PC.

When you start the DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 package, the entire network is automatically scanned and in the main program window displays all available domains and working groups, as well as computers in the selected domain / working group (Fig. 6).

Fig. 6. Main Window DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 Utilities 5.5.0.2

Briefly list the features of the DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 package: With it, you can view information about hard disks on remote PCs, get acquainted with the content of Event Log event log, view information about connected printers, running processes and services installed applications, collect detailed information On the PC configuration, receive official information about PC users and much more activated users. There are also additional features: you can quickly edit the registry on a remote PC, send messages to users through the Messenger service, remotely turn off or restart computers and, as already mentioned, getting complete control Remote PC via the command line or desktop.

The undoubted advantage of this software package is that to implement remote control, it is not necessary to manually set the client part of the program on a remote PC. When you try to control a remote PC through the desktop or command line, the DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 program automatically displays a request to install and launch the required service on a remote PC. In this case, the user of this remote PC learns about interception of control in the pop-up window, which displays information about which PC is remote control.

The advantages of DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 can be attributed to simultaneously connecting to multiple computers to manage them, as well as the fact that the local user is not blocked during remote control.

In general, this software package is a powerful and convenient tool of network control.

The demonstration version of the program is full-featured, but with limited 30 days of validity. The price of one license is $ 289. In addition, you can separately purchase the DameWare Mini Remote Control package for remote control of computers through the desktop, one license will cost $ 89.95.

Omniquad Instant Remote Control 2.2.9 (www.omniquad.com)

The current version of the Omniquad Instant Remote Control Utility - 2.2.9 is not yet not new, but still remains one of the best in its class.

Omniquad Instant Remote Control 2.2.9 utility allows you to get full control over the remote PC through the desktop. A distinctive feature of this utility is that it does not require the installation of the client part on the controlled PC. When receiving access to a remote PC on it in hidden mode Initially, the relevant service is launched, and the user managed with this PC program does not receive any notice and does not have the opportunity to find out that its computer is intercepted. This allows you to use this utility for hidden monitoring of user actions. Note that the ability to control the PC without prior notification of the user, not all remote control utilities have.

When you start the program, the network is automatically scanned, and the main window of the program displays the computers of the network environment (Fig. 7). After allocating any computer, by pressing the Remote Control button, interception of the remote PC control is made. The operation of the local user is not blocked. In addition, it is possible to launch this utility in the monitoring mode of the remote PC desktop.

Fig. 7. Main Window Omniquad Instant Remote Control 2.2.9 Utilities

Note that for remote control, it is necessary to have appropriate access to PC. If you use a firewall (Firewall) on a remote PC, you must open port 6003 used by this default utility. In addition, you can assign the Omniquad Instant Remote Control program any other port (while open ports can be scanned).

The disadvantage of the program is that it does not support simultaneous connection with multiple remote computers.

The demo version of the utility has a limited period of action - 30 days, the price of the license is $ 39.

EMCO REMOTE DESKTOP PROFESSIONAL 4.0 (www.emco.is)

According to the spectrum of functionality, this product (Fig. 8) to some extent similar to the DameWare NT Utilities 5.5.0.2 package. The EMCO Remote Desktop Professional software package is a set of functional tools to implement remotely manage the local network and monitoring its condition.

Fig. 8. Main Window Utilities Emco Remote Desktop Professional

When you start the program, you can activate a network scanner that allows you to collect detailed information about all the local network computers, about the applications installed on them, about the processes running, about the versions of the existing operating system, about installed equipment, etc. In addition to automatically collecting information about network computers (this process lasts sufficiently long) PCs can be added to the list and manually.

The package allows you to remotely start and stop service, restart and disable computers. The most interesting feature of this program is the ability to fully control the remote computer - for this it is enough to highlight the desired computer in the list and go to the Viewer tab. If the computer management is performed for the first time, you must install the NetServer service on a remote PC. This procedure is remotely and is absolutely imperceptible to the local user. After the NetServer service is running on a remote PC, you can connect to it, get full control over control and then work with a remote PC just as with the local one. With a remote control of the computer, the local user is not blocked; True, if you use the mouse at the same time, it is hardly possible to use anything.

Since no notifications that the computer is controlled from the outside, the local user does not receive, the EMCO Remote Desktop Professional software package can be effectively used to secretly monitor user actions.

Another important advantage of the program is that it allows you to simultaneously remotely manage multiple PCs. At the same time, a special window is assigned to each session with a remote PC.

From the disadvantages of this program, we note the complexity of its configuration when using Windows XP SP2 on the controlled PC. Moreover, as practice shows, the need to configure depends on which patches are set. Of course, the program is attached step-by-step instruction The changes that will have to be done in this case (more precisely, the program downloads the appropriate instructions from the site), but all this is quite uncomfortable and impractical.

The demonstration version of the program is designed for 30 days and supports only 25 local network computers. The price of the package depends on the number of computers on the network: 50 computers (minimum number) - 135 dollars; 1000 computers - $ 1295

Radmin 3.0 Remote Control (www.radmin.com)

Of all the products considered by us, the RADMIN 3.0 Remote Control utility from the company Famatech The most "fresh" - its new version came out in early 2007.

This utility is designed to observe and obtain full control over the remote PC in the local network.

Radmin 3.0 Remote Control is equipped with only the necessary means to control the remote PC and is very easy to configure (Fig. 9). Thanks to this, it is easy to master it. The utility works on the principle of a client-server application and includes two parts: the first (server) part is installed on the controlled PC, and the second is on the PC from which control is performed.

Fig. 9. Main Window Utilities Radmin 3.0 Remote Control

The shortcomings of the program should include the absence of built-in tools for remote installation of the server part (RADMIN Server) on a controlled PC, so if you need to control any PC on the network, you will first have to install the corresponding module on it.

Serious, in our opinion, the disadvantage of this utility is the lack of the built-in network scannerthat does not allow you to receive a PC list to which you can connect.

Well, the last disadvantage that was discovered during testing this program is that the utility needs to be configured or simply disable the Firewall on the controlled PC in case Windows XP SP2 is used on it.

The utility works in several modes: file transfer, full control, view, Telnet, shutdown and command line mode. There is a built-in file managerWith which the files are transmitted from one PC to another. The program maintains traffic statistics and can encrypt data.

Using Radmin 3.0 Remote Control, you can manage both one remote computer, and at once, with each other, it is installed for each password. To ensure an increased level of security, you can take additional precautions: Enable password overpowering and make a list of prohibited IP addresses.

IN latest version The programs have many interesting innovations:

• support for Windows Vista;
• text and voice chat with the ability to conduct conferences and share personal messaging and password protection;
• an increased level of security, providing protection against attacks and protection of active data on the network;
• different access rights for each user;
• IP filters to restrict access to specific IP addresses and subnets.

In general, it should be noted that this utility loses in its functionality to similar remote control utilities. Lack of a built-in network scanner need local installation The RADMIN Server module - all this significantly limits its functionality.

In conclusion, we note that the cost of the license RADMIN 3.0 Remote Control is $ 49 per PC.

Atelier Web Remote Commander 5.59 (www.atelierweb.com)

Atelier Web Remote Commander 5.59 (Fig. 10) is a small utility that, according to the plan, must ensure complete control of the remote PC. It consists of two parts and works on the "client / server" principle. In addition, it is possible to remotely collect information about the hardware configuration of the PC and others. However, to list all the capabilities of the utility in this case, it is unlikely to make sense, since it is so raw that it is hardly possible to use it.

Fig. 10. Information Window Utilities
Atelier Web Remote Commander 5.59

From the explicit disadvantages you can allocate the lack of reference. In addition, the program does not have a built-in network scanner, because of which it is necessary to explicitly enter the name or IP address of the computer, to which you need to connect, which is extremely uncomfortable. But the main drawback is that to implement the connection to a remote PC, it is primarily necessary to install the appropriate program module (there is no built-in tools for remote installation) and somehow set it up.

Unfortunately, as we set up a program, it was not possible to carry out a remote connection (the connection was carried out on the local network between two computers with operating system Windows XP SP2). Although paid program ( demonstration version It has a limited validity period), but absolutely useless and inoperable. Our verdict is "in the oven" such programs.

Remote Desktop Control 1.7 (www.remote-desktop-control.com)

Remote Desktop Control 1.7 refers to the category of client-server applications, that is, a HOST-module of the program is installed on the controlled PC, and the PC from which control is performed is an admin-module.

According to its interface (Fig. 11) and functionality, the Remote Desktop Control 1.7 package is very similar to AnyPlace Control 3.3, but has some important differences (and for the worse), for example, it does not have the ability to implement the remote installation of the Host module to any local Local PC network. In addition, to work Remote Desktop Control 1.7, you must configure the Firewall on the managed computer (add a program to the allowed list), while the AnyPlace Control 3.3 program does it automatically.

Fig. 11. Main window program
Remote Desktop Control 1.7 with the displayed list of computers,
to which you can remotely connect

For its functionality, Remote Desktop Control 1.7 is similar to the AnyPlace CONTROL 3.3 program: it allows you to work in two modes: viewing and control; In the viewing mode, you can display the remote PC desktop on the screen and monitor the user's actions, and in the control mode - completely intercept the control of the remote PC.

The utilities allow you to remotely manage multiple PCs simultaneously. At the same time, simultaneous execution on managed PCs of commands such as shutdown, reboot and completing the user session.

In conclusion, we note that the demo version of Remote Desktop Control 1.7 is valid for 30 days after installation. The price of the full version of the program depends on the number of PCs on which it is installed, - $ 15 per pc.

TIGHTVNC FOR Windows 1.3.8 (www.tightvnc.com)

TIGHTVNC FOR Windows 1.3.8 - Absolutely free utility For remote control of the computer, which works on the "client-server" principle and has two modules: TightVNC Viewer and TightVNC Server. The TIGHTVNC Server module is installed on a PC controlled, and TightVNC Viewer - on a PC from which control is performed. There is no means for remote installation of the TIGHTVNC Server module. In addition, before starting work, it is necessary to configure the TIGHTVNC Server module by specifying a connection password. To connect to a remote PC, it is enough to specify its DNS name or IP address and select the type of compound (Fig. 12).

Fig. 12. Connection to a remote PC using utility
TIGHTVNC FOR Windows 1.3.8

The only feature of the TightVNC for Windows 1.3.8 program is obtaining full access To the remote computer desktop and the management of them using the mouse and keyboard. If we consider that the utility is absolutely free, it can be recommended to home users.

Ultravnc 1.0.2 (www.uvnc.com)

UltraVNC 1.0.2 utility is another absolutely free, but, nevertheless, a very effective utility for a remote control of a PC operating according to the client-server scheme. The UltraVNC Server module is installed on the managed computer, and on the computer from which the control is carried out is the UltraVNC Viewer module. Remote installation of the UltraVNC Server module in the program is not provided, so installing modules are necessary locally.

The UltraVNC Server module has a lot of settings (Fig. 13) and allows you to set a password to connect, select the ports used, etc.

Fig. 13. Setting up Ultravnc Server module

When accessing the remote PC desktop in full control mode, the local user operation is not blocked. In addition, UltraVNC 1.0.2 utility offers a number additional features. For example, there is a built-in chat, with which you can exchange messages with a remote PC. Also provides the ability to transfer files. In addition, the UltraVNC 1.0.2 utility provides encryption of transmitted data, which provides for the exchange of keys between computers.

In general, it can be noted that Ultravnc 1.0.2 utility is a highly efficient means of remote control of the PC and it can be recommended both for home users and for corporate use (especially with the fact that the utility is free).

REALVNC (www.realvnc.com)

There are three options for RealVNC: FREE EDITION, Personal Edition and Enterprise Edition, which differ from each other with functionality and cost.

RealVNC Free Edition has minimal features and is absolutely free. Actually, in this case, we are talking only about the possibility of gaining access to the desktop of a remote PC.

Option RealVNC Personal Edition offers a number of additional features. First of all, this is the traffic encryption along the AES algorithm with a key length of 128 bits (Fig. 14), and the automatic generation of encryption key is supported. In addition, it is possible to use the user's authentication, as well as file transfer between computers and much more.

Fig. 14. Traffic Encryption Setup
and user authentication
In the RealVNC Personal Edition program

A distinctive feature of the version of the REALVNC Enterprise Edition is its multiplatform. I.e this programHaving all the functionality of the REALVNC Personal Edition, can be used to remotely manage computers on which Linux, Solaris, HP-UX and MAC, and Windows 95/98 / ME / NT 4/2000 / XP / 2003 are installed and Windows 95/98 / 2003 / Vista.

The cost of the REALVNC program depends on the number of licenses (the number of managed computers) and on the delivery option. Thus, the cost of the Personal Edition variant is $ 30 per license, and the Enterprise Edition option is $ 50 per license.

Hidden Administrator 1.5 (www.hiddenadm.nm.ru)

The Hidden Administrator 1.5 program (Fig. 15) is another free program for remote control of computers, and, as follows from the name, it allows you to implement hidden observation for computers.

Fig. 15. Main Window Utilities Hidden Administrator 1.5

The program works on the "client-server" principle. The server part is installed on the controlled computer, while the means for remote installation is not provided.

In addition to the function of gaining access in full control mode to the remote computer desktop, Hidden Administrator 1.5 offers a number of additional features: to receive a remote PC configuration information, exchange files with a remote PC, send messages to a remote PC, turn off or restart the remote computer, work with Registry of a remote PC, receive and transmit the clipboard, run programs on a remote PC and much more (Fig. 16). Enumeration of everything that this program is capable of, it would take a mass of time. Note that the only thing that she does not know how to do is encrypt traffic. Naturally, it is provided for setting a password to connect with a remote PC and even configuring an IP filter on computers from which remote control is possible.

Fig. 16. Selection of action with remote PC
In the Hidden Administrator 1.5 program

This utility is best in its class, and it can be recommended to home users.