Remote access : Windows 7 to XP

[NoStateofMind]

So my dad has some issues with his sound and the steps I'm giving him to resolve it either aren't working or its too complicated for him to grasp. What I need is recommendations on remote access software that would give me control of his computer. Preferably free. Thanks for your time.

 

[postmark]

RealVNC and setup the router with port forwarding for access?

 

[Binky]

Teamviewer = VNC without the setup hassles. Dad goes to the webppage, runs the program from there, and gives you the number on his screen.

 

[wirednuts]

if im at problematic computer and i know ill need vnc eventually, i install logmein on it and tie it to my account.

but in your situation, binky has it spot on. teamviewer can be done over the phone. love it!

 

[JackMDS]

Teamviewer is actually based on UltraVNC, an it is much better than LogMeIN.

On the Plus side.

No need to deal with opening ports at setup.

No need to set DNS service to maintain the external IP address.

On the Negative side.

Not as flexible as UltraVNC per-se.

Uses a 3rd party mitigating server instead of direct connection.

http://www.ezlan.net/vnc.html

 

[wirednuts]

i keep logmein on all my friends and family computers that i might need to fix someday. its just too easy that way... when they have a problem i just say "turn it on and make sure its online". "ok." ... "omg! youre moving my mouse!" yeah yeah i can do this when youre watching porn to hahahaha j/k

 

[NoStateofMind]

Thanks for the Teamviewer recommendation guys/gals. You've made me a hero with dad!

From Dad to me

WOW! Son,you are amazing! You don't know how much I appreciate this! Now I can get back to Obama bashing! Thanks again, love ya

lol

 

[Gillbot]

logmein free

 

[Gooberlx2]

I switched from logmein to teamviewer for a few reasons:

- simpler for friends and family to start, no install necessary.
- file transfers available in the free version
- iPhone/iPad/android app is free

 

[JackMDS]

logmein free

TeamViewer provides for free what the Logmein provides in the paid version, and much more than the Logmein free version.

 

[Gillbot]

TeamViewer provides for free what the Logmein provides in the paid version, and much more than the Logmein free version.

i've never heard of it, i'll have to look into that, thanks!