Programs that provide remote access to the computer (TeamViewer, Radmin and others) were not originally created for ordinary users. They are tools for system administrators. Many different utilities make it easier to work with the local network. Following the different needs of home computer owners, these applications, complemented by new features, are becoming more common.
Programs
To configure the work of electronic computers located at a considerable distance, most often use special programs that provide remote access to a computer:
- TeamViewer 8, 9, 10;
- R-admin
- Ammy Admin;
- Remote Desktop Protocol ;
- Supremo Remote Desktop;
- Litemanager
- Hiddenadministraator;
- Aero Admin.
Principle of operation
Among many applications, one is not easy to choose. TeamViewer 9 is a fairly popular program. First of all, because not only the administrator can use it, but also the ordinary owner of a personal computer. The capabilities of the application that provides remote access to the computer via the VPN protocol are quite wide.
The latest version of the program allows you to access your home computer from a laptop or tablet, as well as from a smartphone on Android, wherever you are. The only condition is that the Internet must work at home, and the computer must be connected to a wired network or Wi-Fi. You only need to run the program. Wi-Fi and mobile Internet also provide remote access to a computer. TeamViewer does this very well.
After downloading the program, you get a unique identification number and password. To connect to a remote device, you need to use this data. An individual number one for access from all mobile gadgets, provided that the program is also installed on them.
Opportunities
The program allows you to:
- Configure the operating system remotely.
- Install software.
- Edit documents.
- Hold conferences.
- Share data.
- Record video from the screen.
- Set up shared access to devices: printers, scanners, removable media.
All these features are very useful for the average user. Sometimes, to help a friend or work with home files, remote access to a computer is very necessary. TeamViewer 9 is the very program that can help in an emergency. Installation of the program is not required; it is launched from a special portable file from any medium. An operator file is launched on the device that you use to connect. On the computer accessed, you need to run the client file.
Benefits and features of the application
The program is free for personal use, but there is also a server version. The client and server parts of the program are downloaded separately, in addition, the appearance of the client program can be compiled in advance, leaving only the necessary functions. In the case of test use of the commercial version, the connection will be interrupted every five minutes.
There are two subsections in the standard free version: “Management” and “Conference”. In the control section, you can configure devices for sharing, share files, perform actions on the desktop. On the "Conference" tab, you can create a video communication session with one or more computers, and then record this session.
TeamViewer allows you to circumvent some of the network restrictions created supposedly for security. In fact, all kinds of firewalls only limit the free communication and uninterrupted operation of users, the purpose of their presence is also the need to impose paid services and programs. TeamViewer 9 is not afraid of administrators blocked ports and Nat-servers that broadcast IP addresses.
When using the application, you don’t have to know the IP address of your computer at all. The program finds it by a special number for identification. The numbers are unique as they are randomly generated. You will not get to someone else's desktop. The application, unlike some other analogues, supports all types of data - both sound and video. You will hear the user whom you are helping, and he will hear you. This is important for troubleshooting and debugging. Also, the presence of sound will establish a more friendly relationship with the client.
If you have any difficulties, you can use the assistant and help. The windows of conferences and desktops are seamless, which means that when opening several windows, the place on the desktop will not be occupied by a heap of frames. This advantage is likely to be appreciated by the one that often works with remote access.
Secure remote access to a computer. Teamviewer
The inviolability of your information when working with this program is provided by data encryption using the special AES-256 protocol. In this case, the exchange rate does not decrease. Given that the VPN protocol itself is secure, you can not worry about someone intercepting your personal correspondence or files. The connection is quite reliable, it provides continuous remote access to a computer. TeamViewer 7, although it is a fairly old version, is in no way inferior to the latest updates. With various firewalls and antiviruses, the application works fine and does not cause protest from them.
Program versions
The developers came up with versions of the program that allow you to work with almost all operating systems and devices. TeamViewer runs on Windows, starting with the NT version. A program has been developed for Mac OS, Linux, and Android applications. There is also a version for the Windows mobile OS that allows you to work with the touch screen, and a version for the Apple iPhone and iPad. Not a single program gives such wide opportunities for those who need remote access to a computer. TeamViewer, whose version is lower than 8, of course, contains fewer features. TeamViewer 9 contains the most recent updates. The 10th version has already been released.
Cons of the program
There are still drawbacks to the application. Users complain about contextual advertising pop-up after the end of the test period. Not that it was annoying, but it suggests a not entirely free gift. However, it is possible that someday these links will be needed.