Modern phones can be safely equated with the most real computer devices, since they have many similar functions and capabilities. That is why, even from a mobile device, it is possible to carry out full or partial control of a home stationary terminal or laptop. Next, we will consider how to control a computer through a phone using some standard operating system tools or additionally installed utilities. The popular TeamViewer program will be separately considered, since it is it that is considered the most convenient for performing actions of this kind.
General principles of access to a computer from a mobile device and connection options
In order to connect from a mobile device to your home or office terminal, an access technology called RDP or, more simply, a connection to a remote "Desktop" is used.
But in order to provide remote access to a computer, it is necessary to install special software in the system and on the smartphone in the form of an RDP client, which will connect two devices via the Internet. And in most cases it is absolutely unimportant which way a PC or mobile device is connected to the Internet. So, for example, a computer or laptop can use a WiFi connection, and access from a smartphone will be made via a 3G / 4G module using the services of a mobile operator.
If both the computer and the smartphone (tablet) are supposed to be synchronized at home, the simplest solution would be to connect to the same WiFi network or establish a connection via the Bluetooth module. But not all computers and laptops have such modules available. Therefore, you will have to initially make sure that they are there and are in an active state.
Mandatory conditions for ensuring uninterrupted access to the computer
If you figure out how to control a computer remotely via a phone, you cannot ignore some important aspects, without knowing which all attempts to pair devices via the Internet will be doomed to failure. Not to mention the activation of RDP clients and the correct connection settings on the PC and smartphone, it should be remembered that both devices were connected to the Internet at the time of connection.
And absolutely for all types of connections, it is necessary that the computer or laptop be turned on. In addition, it is highly recommended to completely disable the sleep mode (hibernation), which is done quite simply in the settings of the power supply schemes.
How to control a computer via a phone via WiFi?
To connect via VPN networks in order to gain access via the Internet, a prerequisite is the presence of special programs called RDP clients.
Today, quite a lot of such software has been developed, and we will dwell on some of the most popular programs separately. But in most cases, this approach concerns mainly Android devices, and not related operating systems such as combinations of Mac OS x and iOS or Windows of any version and Windows Phone.
System access via Bluetooth connection
Now let's see how to control a computer via a bluetooth phone. Remote access to a stationary terminal or laptop via Bluetooth technology can also be used, but there are limitations.
First of all, they relate to the range of the built-in radio modules themselves, as well as the lower connection speed. In addition, quite often you can encounter problems related to the fact that remote access to a computer is impossible only due to incorrect identification of paired devices, and sometimes a smartphone may not detect a computer and vice versa, and even with the appropriate software installed. Therefore, this method of connection is not very popular.
How to Control a Computer with a Windows Phone: The Easiest Synchronization Method
Since the Windows and Windows Phone operating systems are related, let's start with them. In order to solve the problem of how to manage, you first need to configure the settings for accessing the PC and activate similar settings on the WP-smartphone.
On a PC, for this, the computer properties section is used, which is called from the right-click menu by the corresponding "Desktop" icon, after which the transition to additional system settings is carried out, and permission is set on the remote access tab.
On the question of how to control a computer via a phone, it should be noted that on a smartphone it will not be enough just to find a remote PC after a search, you also need to enter its IP address, and for the connection itself, use a Microsoft account.
When trying to connect, you may sometimes receive a certificate error notification (and this is not uncommon). In this case, check the box next to the ignore line (disable repeated certificate request) and press the connection button again. But the saddest thing is that the Remote Desktop technique works exclusively on Windows Phone 8.1. For all other modifications, you will have to use third-party programs.
Best management software
Among the huge number of utilities that make it completely simple to solve the problem of how to control a computer through a phone, it is worth mentioning several of the most popular utilities that allow you to optimally and simply configure the required connection:
- Google's Chrome client
- Unified Remote;
- VLC client for multimedia content;
- TeamViewer etc.
Chrome RDP client
This client is installed simultaneously on a PC and on a smartphone, but for its operation in a stationary system, the latest version of the Google Chrome browser is required. In most cases, this particular utility is ideal for solving the question of how to control a computer through an Android phone.
After installation in a computer browser, you need to go to chrome: // apps /, select the installed add-on and use the start button. Next, the permission of the remote connection is selected, after which the program itself is installed online.
After launching, you will have to come up with a special PIN-code and proceed to setting up your smartphone. Here, in the running application, the connected PC will be detected automatically, and all that remains is to enter the previously generated code to confirm the connection, after which the smartphone screen will display what is currently displayed on the computer or laptop.
Unified Remote
To use this program, you first need to install it on a PC that will act as a server, and on a smartphone as a client. The operating system in which the utility will be used is irrelevant.
After starting the application on the computer, the client is activated on the mobile device, where the server section is selected. The search will automatically find the connected PC and all that remains is to connect to it.
The application only supports work via WiFi and Bluetooth, and is not suitable for other connection methods. In addition, it is released in a free version with a basic set of functions and in a paid version with advanced tools.
VLC Direct Pro media client
In the question of how to control a computer through a phone, you can also use the VLC client. True, the restrictions apply only to the fact that you can only access multimedia, and then, provided that the player of the same name is launched on a PC.
Initially, in the player's settings in the section for displaying all parameters, which is located in the main toolbox, you should set the choice of the web interface, after which you can connect to it from your smartphone or tablet. If for some reason the connection does not work, you may have to enter the IP of the computer.
What to Prefer for Bluetooth Connection
The Bluetooth connection is used extremely rarely (except perhaps only for file exchange), so there is no point in dwelling on it (most of the operations are similar to the previous methods).
As for the recommended programs, we can separately note the most powerful program Monect PC Remote, which has several modes of operation and can be used even for modern computer games, given their specifics and genre (shooters, aircraft simulators or races, etc.), not counting the rest of the possibilities.
TeamViewer: installation, configuration, use
Finally, we have before us the most popular utility - the free TeamViewer program. As in other cases, the application is installed on both a PC and a smartphone with the only difference that the installer must be launched on the computer as an administrator.
At the installation stage, you need to indicate that the application is installed for remote control of the computer, and also check the box next to the line for non-commercial (personal) use. In the uncontrolled access window, simply click the continue button, after which you will need to come up with a computer name and a password with confirmation.
Let's assume the first option is selected. After carrying out such actions, a window will appear, which consists of three parts: information about your ID and password, a line for connecting to a remote PC by entering its ID, a list of all available computers. To connect to a partner, you will need to enter his ID and the password requested by the program.
Note: Passwords can change constantly. To prevent this from happening, a permanent (static) password should be set in the application settings.
In general, judging by user reviews, it is this program that is distinguished by enviable stability, as well as ease of installation and use in relation to stationary computer systems or laptops, and to smartphones or tablets. But, alas, there is a fly in the ointment in this barrel of honey. Many users note that when many computers are shown in the list of systems available for connection, the program refuses to work at all, allegedly due to not personal, but commercial use (for example, when playing games with a team using mobile devices). When connecting between stationary systems, this is not the case. However, this is the only, albeit a very serious, defect.
Conclusion
That's all there is to establishing a remote connection to computers. Modern phones and tablets, with the appropriate installed software, carry out such procedures without any problems.
What should I choose to use? It seems that TeamViewer is nevertheless, since it is this program that has the greatest number of advantages, and the above problems when pairing with a single terminal are absent.
The rest of the programs can be used too. But for Chrome, you need to additionally install a browser, Unified Remote does not support some communication methods, the VLC client provides only partial access to the contents of the active player, and it is advisable to use Bluetooth connections, for example, when you want to make a regular control panel from your smartphone to your PC or laptop. and also use your smartphone as a control console in games.
Remote administration software has always been popular. After all, it is very convenient to see what is being done on the computer while being in a completely different place. You can remotely help friends solve some technical problems, check what the child is doing when he is alone at home, see how the download is going in a torrent client or the encoding of a large video.
Since smartphones and tablets have appeared in home local networks, along with computers and laptops, it has become obvious that the latter are incredibly convenient to use for remote control. If the data transfer rate is high enough, then why not play the game installed on your computer while lying on the couch with your tablet? Or, say, not watching an interesting movie? In addition, today's mobile devices can perfectly cope with the usual tasks that are assigned to programs for remote access.
On Google Play, you can find more than a dozen applications with which it is possible to organize remote control of computers running on Windows, Mac and Linux. Among them are the developments of well-known manufacturers of administration software, and programs created specifically for mobile devices. There are not so many free solutions among them. In this review, we tested four applications that can be used to remotely work on a computer from an Android smartphone or tablet.
⇡ Microsoft Remote Desktop
- Developer - Microsoft Corporation
- Size - 4.4 MB
- Price - free
A proprietary utility from Microsoft for remote control of a computer with Android was released quite recently - at the end of October. Using the application, you can control a computer that runs on Windows 7 or Windows 8. Since we are dealing with a "native" solution from the developer of a desktop operating system, you do not need to install any client on it.
But in order to be able to connect, you still need to make some changes to the system settings: go to "Control panels" in the "System" section and select the "Remote access settings" item. After that, you need to allow remote connections to the computer (by the way, if the built-in firewall is disabled, Windows will not allow you to enable remote access, so first you have to start the corresponding service).
The Microsoft Remote Desktop Android application uses the system username and password for authorization. If you are going to log in with an administrator username, you do not need to perform any additional actions on the computer. To allow access to other users, you need to click on the "Select users" button and add them to the list of remote desktop users. It is also worth keeping in mind that if a password is not used to log in to the system, it must be added in the "User Accounts" section, since without a password, remote connection will not work. ( Please note that remote connections using Microsoft Remote Desktop are only available to computers that support the Remote Desktop Protocol - RDP. The list of systems that are friendly with this protocol is available here. - approx. ed . )
After completing this simple setup, you can download the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from Google Play and add a new connection.
Its settings indicate the IP address of the computer in the local network or its name. Also, if you wish, you can specify a login and password for entering (for security reasons, you can not specify them right away, but enter right before connecting).
If the connection is successful, local work with the computer will be blocked and a login window will pop up on it. If you log on locally, the remote connection will be terminated. Thus, when connecting remotely, you can see the desktop only on the screen of the mobile device.
Once connected, Remote Desktop is displayed on the device screen. There are two controls available at the top of the screen: buttons for displaying the Android virtual keyboard and for navigating the screen.
If you need to use keys that are not on the Android keyboard, touching the panel with the name of the connection can bring up the advanced settings panel. From there, you go to the virtual keyboard with the keys F1-F12, Esc, Home, Tab, End, Win, Ins, Enter and others - standard for a regular desktop manipulator. When connecting remotely to a Windows 8 device, pressing the Win virtual key switches between the desktop and the Start screen.
From the advanced settings panel, you can also disable multi-touch gestures and switch to navigation mode using the normal cursor.
To end the dial-up session, simply double-tap the Back button on your Android device.
⇡ "Teamviewer - Remote Access"
- Developer - Teamviewer
- Size - 11 MB
- Price - free for non-commercial use
Thanks to its free status (for non-commercial use) and simplicity, Teamviewer has long been one of the most popular remote administration solutions. With the advent of the mobile era, applications were also created to manage computers with Android, iOS and Windows Phone.
To control a computer from a mobile device, you will need to install a PC client and an Android app. TeamViewer can connect to Windows, Mac and Linux computers.
If you do not intend to connect to other devices from your computer, TeamViewer QuickSupport is the best option. This module does not require installation and administrator rights. After its launch, a unique computer identifier (9 digits) is generated, as well as a four-digit password. The password can be updated if necessary.
After this module is launched, you can open the mobile application. Mobile Teamviewer can work in two modes: remote control and file transfer. In either case, on the screen of a smartphone or tablet, you will need to enter an identifier and password to connect to a computer.
If a remote connection was requested, then after a successful connection, the computer desktop will appear on the device screen. It will also be visible on the computer monitor, but the resolution will be changed in accordance with the screen settings of the mobile device.
To ensure a convenient work with Remote Desktop, the creators of TeamViewer have developed a whole system of controls. Fingertips for navigation are shown before connecting and can also be displayed at any time during a remote session. So, using your fingers, you can scroll, simulate clicks of the right and left mouse buttons, move the cursor and individual objects.
The TeamViewer Control Panel is located at the bottom of the screen. It can be used to quickly end a session, send a remote computer to reboot, or block it. In addition, for the duration of the remote connection session, you can prohibit local work with the computer. If you are experiencing problems with displaying Remote Desktop, you can try to reduce the resolution, data transfer quality, and also hide the display of wallpaper in the mobile client settings. These parameters can be selected both for an individual connection and globally.
The control panel also provides the ability to quickly display the virtual keyboard. In addition to the Android keyboard, you can also work with additional keys: turn on Ctrl, Alt, Shift, use the F1-F12 keys and others.
In file transfer mode, you can see the file system of a remote computer and copy files from a PC to a mobile device, or vice versa.
The TeamViewer mobile client remembers the IDs of the computers to which you have connected, but if there are many remote PCs, it is more convenient to use the Computers & Contacts section to manage them. To do this, you will need to create a Teamviewer account (you can do this both from a mobile device and from a computer). Then you can create groups in it and add identifiers (and, if desired, passwords) of computers to which you want to connect.
- Developer - Splashtop
- Size - 18 MB
- Price - Free (Expansion of functionality - $ 1.99 per month)
Splashtop Remote is another free app that lets you from Android device can control Windows, Mac and Linux computer. It uses a slightly different distribution model than Teamviewer. The program is free for non-commercial use, but to use some additional features, it is suggested to buy an extension. Among the paid options: access to a remote computer via the Internet (you can only manage it on the local network for free) and tools for conveniently creating annotations on the screen. Also, the free version has a limit on the number of computers to which you can connect - up to five.
A Splashtop account is required to use the application. You can create it both in the mobile application and in the Splashtop Streamer desktop client. To make a connection, as you might guess, you need to log in on both devices under your account. The mobile client then detects computers that are available for connection, and you can open a remote control session.
In the settings of the mobile client, you can even enable automatic connection at startup. In this case, the list of available computers will not be displayed and the application will connect to the device for which the remote connection session was last performed.
By default, you don't need to enter any additional passwords, but if you're concerned about unauthorized access, you can enable a password prompt for your current Windows account in your desktop client settings. In addition, it is proposed to use a security code, that is, simply put, a password that will need to be entered each time to connect.
Some security settings that are available in mobile applications in other solutions are suggested to be configured in the desktop client in Splashtop. For example, you can disable the display of the desktop on the local computer screen during a remote communication session. You can also block the use of the keyboard and mouse, initiate logging out of the account upon completion of remote work.
One of the features of Splashtop is the transmission of HD video with sound to a mobile device. Thanks to this, you can, for example, watch a movie on a tablet that is running on a computer, or play a computer game remotely. At the request of the user, during a remote communication session, Splashtop can transmit sound only to a mobile device (it will not be heard locally), not transmit sound (it will be heard locally), or broadcast it both there and there.
When connected remotely, the screen resolution on the computer does not change, and - unless otherwise specified in the client settings - you can continue to work on the local PC. To control the desktop of the Android computer, a number of gestures are provided (for beginners, tips on how to use them are provided), as well as a touch panel.
Cursor parameters can be controlled by changing the sensitivity and speed of movement. On a mobile device, you can view your computer desktop at its original resolution or scale it to fit a small screen.
- Developer - Wyse Technology Inc.
- Size - 11 MB
- Price - free (with some restrictions)
Another free solution with which you can remotely access your computer desktop is PocketCloud. True, for Linux users it will not work - the desktop version only supports computers with Mac or Windows. The mobile client is free to use with only one computer. To remove this limitation, as well as to get some additional functions, you need to purchase PocketCloud Remote Desktop Pro.
One of the strengths of the application is the ability to choose the type of connection. By default, the simplest method is used, which does not require any technical knowledge from the user - via Google App Engine. In this case, you need to enter your Google account information in the desktop client and mobile application. After that, the computer will appear in the list of available devices on the mobile screen - and you can start a connection session to it.
For advanced users, PocketCloud offers two more options for remote connection - through the RDP protocol, which is used in Windows, and also through the popular VNC system. In either case, you will need to enter the IP address of the computer to which you want to connect.
After connecting, a special navigation element appears on the screen of the mobile device near the cursor - a wheel with various functions. It is useful for right-clicking, zooming in to a specific area of the screen, scrolling, or displaying the virtual keyboard.
In the settings of the mobile client, a number of settings are provided to improve the quality of image transmission. So, you can turn off menu animations, themes, wallpapers, high quality fonts.
⇡ Conclusion
Almost all developers of applications for remote control of a computer provide their programs for free for non-commercial use. And we must admit that the offered functions are quite enough for common tasks. Each of the applications is somehow attractive: to work with Microsoft Remote Desktop, you do not need to install additional software on your computer, Splashtop Remote provides sound transmission to your mobile device, PocketCloud is interesting in that it offers several connection options. Finally, Teamviewer looks the most attractive because it has a separate mode for transferring files, it can work both in a local network and via the Internet, and does not impose restrictions on the number of computers to which you can connect.
Surely not every PC user (especially a beginner) knows that a computer can be easily controlled from a distance, and fully! Those. as if you are sitting and working at your own computer, but from a distance, and do it, for example, from a tablet or another computer. This can be very convenient and, for example, I use this opportunity regularly. Why do I need it? I work a lot on the Internet, but I can't always sit at my computer. Sometimes I need to go somewhere or to someone, but some urgent business appears and I need my computer to open some program, start something, look. Carrying a computer with you always and everywhere is very problematic. It weighs about 4 kg for me, which feels good when carrying it :) But on the other hand, I always have a tablet or smartphone with me, from which at any time and from any place I can connect to my computer, which I leave on at home. And so I can work on it just as if I were at home. Another reason for remote access is the ability to ask some acquaintance or colleague to help you to deal with any problems in the settings, programs on your computer via remote access. Also, you yourself can help someone solve some problem on the computer by connecting remotely to this person. And the last thing ... It so happens that the required computer is in a hard-to-reach place or you need to go to it. In this case, too, the easiest way is to connect to it remotely and you're done!
In this article of mine, we will just talk about how to remotely control a computer from any device, and with the help of this guide you will learn how to do it easily even as a completely newbie! We will consider the most, in my opinion, the most convenient program for this business - TeamViewer, and today I will tell you about the main most necessary and useful functions of it. Besides, it is also free for non-commercial use! There are only 2 conditions for remote device control: Internet connection on both devices, and TeamViewer on both devices.
Today, the TeamViewer program is supported, one might say, by all devices:
Smartphones based on Android, Windows Phone 8 operating systems;
Tablets on the same Android systems, Windows Phone 8;
IPad of all modifications;
Computers based on the operating system Mac, Linux, Windows.
For all these devices, the TeamViewer application can be downloaded free of charge.
It is also interesting that you can control and vice versa - smartphones and tablets from a stationary computer.
So, let's start to understand the program step by step, starting with the process of its installation.
Installing TeawViewer
First you need to download the program itself. It is best to download from the official site, as there will always be the latest version. Go to the official TeamViewer website using the link:
teamviewer
At the top of the page that opens, you can't help but notice the large button "Free full version". Here we press it:
After downloading the file, find it on your computer and launch it. The file will have the name: "TeamViewer_Setup_ru":
In the next window of the program, you will be asked to select an option for using TeamViewer. These settings can be changed after installation at any time. If you want to control this computer (on which you are installing the program) remotely, then immediately select the appropriate item. Otherwise, just select "Install".
Below you must select the item "Personal non-commercial use", since the program is distributed free of charge only for this use case.
At the end, put a checkmark "Show advanced settings" and click the "Accept - next" button:
Windows User Account Control may ask you for confirmation to proceed with the installation. Just click "Yes":
In the next window, we check the path where the program will be installed, and change it if desired. But I recommend leaving the default path. The options below can be omitted. All of them, if necessary, can be set after installation. Click the "Finish" button:
A quick installation process will begin, which will take from a few seconds to a minute.
This completes the installation of the TeamViewer software! Let's move on to its settings and application.
TeamViewer setup
Setting up uncontrolled access to the computer:
Now we can freely control this computer from any other device, wherever we are in the Internet access zone :) But for this we will deal with the information that we (or anyone else) needs to know so that we can connect to this computer remotely.
Data required for remote control of any device:
Perhaps the most important thing is to know the data by which you can connect remotely to the current computer.
To connect to this computer from another computer / device with TeamViewer installed, you only need to know:
ID of this computer;
Password for accessing this computer via TeamViewer (not to be confused with the password for logging into Windows!).
All these data are located in the main window of the program:
According to my example (see the image above) for remote access to this computer at the moment I need to specify ID: 900 288 832 and password: 6sx71k on the remote device.
The TeamViewer ID does not change for each specific computer. Those. the one that is indicated in the window you will always indicate when connecting remotely. There are 2 types of passwords in TeamViewer: temporary (random) and personal (permanent). Now more about this:
Hope you understand the difference in passwords :)
Now let's go through the main most important settings of the program.
Basic program settings:
To go to all the program settings, open the "Advanced" menu at the top and select the "Options" item:
We will immediately go to the "General" tab. Here you can enable or disable the automatic start of the TeamViewer program on Windows startup. If you are going to control this computer remotely, then I strongly recommend leaving this item enabled. Then you do not have to start TeamViewer manually, and even more so if you are far away, and TeamViewer will not be running on this computer, you will not be able to connect to it.
Below you can see a message that you are linked to a previously created account. If you click the Delete button, you can break this link.
On this tab, there are no more important settings that are not set by default. Go to the next tab "Security".
On the "Security" tab, we can change the "Personal" password by specifying a new one and repeating it at the very top. Below you can set up a "random" password by specifying the number of characters. By default, this password will always be 6 characters long.
In the last section, "Rules for connecting to this computer," you can allow or deny remote login using a Windows password. It is safest to leave this parameter set by default, i.e. - "Is not allowed". The easiest way to connect is through the TeamViewer password, and it will be safer that way.
Remote control tab. There are important settings here. All of these settings are global - i.e. for any connection. But if you have created an account for yourself (as mentioned), then for each computer added to your personal list, you can set your own connection parameters, but more on that later.
This is how the settings look on this tab:
At the very top, you can adjust the image quality when connected to a remote computer. It is better to leave either "Automatic quality selection" or "Optimize speed". I always set the speed optimization to connect to a remote machine and work practically without delays, even via mobile Internet. There is only one drawback - the image quality (the way we see the remote computer) will not be the best, but sometimes this is not even noticeable.
Below, as you can see, the option "Hide wallpaper on a remote machine" is enabled. This means that when connected to a remote computer, the desktop background there will just turn black. I always leave this option on, so as not to waste resources downloading, at times, a large background image.
Even below are additional settings that are configured for each according to their preferences. For example, if the "Play computer sounds and music" function is enabled, you will hear all sounds of the remote computer accordingly.
It can be useful to enable the "Pass shortcut keys" option. If you enable this option, then having connected to a remote computer, you can use your usual keyboard shortcuts. For example, quickly open the task manager - "Ctrl + Shift + Esc".
In general, here you configure it as you need it.
Let's go straight to the Computers & Contacts tab.
On the "Computers and Contacts" tab, your account settings will be displayed, in which you will then see all the remote computers and users you added. On this tab, you can change account information, as well as display settings for computers.
On this, we have sorted out the basic settings. Now let's move on to the main thing - remote computer control.
The principle of remote computer control
To control a computer or any other device (they must also have TeamViewer installed and configured!), We can, as I said, from any point where there is access to the Internet and we just need to know the ID of the controlled device and its password (random or permanent ). Knowing these 2 parameters, we can control the computer.
Let's try to connect to the computer remotely:
We indicate the password if you know the "personal" password of the remote computer. Otherwise, leave the field blank.
Specify the network name of the remote computer (for your convenience). It will appear in the list of your computers.
Optionally, you can specify a description of the added remote computer for convenience, if you have a large list of them.
In the "Window" list, I selected "Full Screen Mode". This means that when connected to a remote computer, TeamViewer will display the remote computer in full screen. It will look like you are fully working on that computer. You can choose another option, for example, "Window mode", and then the remote computer will be displayed in the window.
In the "Quality" list, I always choose "Optimize speed" so as not to sacrifice performance, especially on a slow connection.
Identity mode is always best set to TeamViewer Identity. Then you just need to know the password set for this or that computer in TeamViewer to connect to it.
In the main TeamViewer window, where the "Manage computer" section is located, specify the ID of the computer that we will control in the "Partner ID" field.
If you created an account, then we can immediately add the computer to our "Favorites" list by clicking the button with the star:
Before us will open a window with settings for access to a computer, which we add to the list:
In the image above, I have marked the fields and lists where it is best to make changes:
The rest of the settings can be left with the "Inherited" value, because, as a rule, there is no need for them and, as a last resort, you can adjust at any time.
When the settings are specified, click the "OK" button.
The computers that you will add to your list will be visible in a separate window, as in my example in the image below:
In the example, I added a computer named "Test TeamViewer".
Now that the computer is on the list, to connect to it, simply double-click the left mouse button on its name. If you immediately specified the password, then it will not be requested and the connection will immediately occur (within a couple of seconds).
Another way to quickly connect to a computer, if for some reason you did not start an account and do not add computers to your favorites list, is just enter the ID in the appropriate field and click "Connect to partner":
By default, there is just the "Remote control" mode, which is what we need. And we can turn on the "File Transfer" mode at any time already during a remote session.
Now a window will be displayed where you need to enter the password to connect to the remote computer:
Enter the password and click the "Login" button.
Connection usually takes a couple of seconds, but this depends, respectively, on the speed of the Internet from one side and the other. After connecting to the remote computer, the window will look like this:
As you can see, the screen of the remote computer is black. As you probably remember, in the settings we left the option "Hide wallpaper on the remote machine" enabled. As a result, the wallpaper on the remote machine turned black, which will reduce resource consumption, and immediately after disconnecting from the remote computer, its desktop wallpaper will return to its previous appearance.
It's so simple and easy to connect to a remote computer :)
You can fully control your computer at any distance, and at the same time it will look exactly as if you are sitting at that computer.
Let me remind you once again that the same can be done from almost any device. If you, for example, have an iPad, then download TeamViewer on it (it's always free!), Enter the ID and password of the remote computer, and that's it! You will connect and be able to control it directly from the tablet, and it is also very convenient!
Now let's look at some of the functions available to us during a remote session.
Functions available during a remote computer session using TeamViewer:
So, we are connected to a remote computer. At the top we see a panel with a set of functions. Let's go through the most necessary ones:
The button numbered "1" allows you to break the connection with the remote computer at the moment.
After any termination of a TeamViewer session on both devices, a window will appear indicating that the free session has ended. Just always click OK:
You can also instantly disconnect the connection while behind that remote computer. For example, someone remotely assists you in setting up the system or fixes some problem. If suddenly that person began to do some actions on your computer that, in your opinion, he absolutely does not need to do, then you can cut off the connection with only one button in the form of a cross (see the image below):
The button numbered "2" allows you to hide this panel of functions of the remote session.
The button numbered "3" allows you to instantly switch to full screen mode, which I use 99% of the time.
A very useful function is the transfer of files from the local computer to the remote one and vice versa. This can be done by simply dragging and dropping the necessary files from your computer window to the remote computer window.
Another way is to use a special manager - "File Transfer". It opens from the same panel that is fixed at the top. We select the item "File Transfer", and then again "File Transfer":
A special manager - explorer will open. There is also nothing difficult here. We indicate from which folder of the local computer the file will be transferred, then we indicate the folder where the file will be transferred to the remote computer. Then we select the file itself on the local computer, which we will transfer and press the "Send" button:
The file will be transferred to the remote computer. In my example, I was transferring an image file called "" from the Downloads folder to the desktop of the remote computer:
After transferring the necessary data, you can close the file transfer manager, and a window will be displayed with the statistics of the transfer of your files, where you need to click "Close" again:
Or you can minimize this window.
There are 3 more very useful functions that are available during a remote session. This is the ability to voice communication, video broadcasting and chat support.
All 3 of these functions can be activated by selecting the Audio / Video menu:
Here you can change the scaling, for example, enable full screen mode. Here, in the "Quality" submenu, you can select the quality you need for displaying content on the remote computer, for example, by turning on "Optimize speed". Also here you can change the resolution of the remote computer (for example, if the resolution of your local computer is very different) and show / hide the wallpaper on the remote computer. Everything else is not so essential and necessary ...
Well, this is perhaps the most useful thing you need to know about how to remotely control a computer using TeamViewer :) Cool program, isn't it? :)
The most important thing is that it is extremely simple, convenient, even a beginner can handle it. And, of course, it's free! In general, to be honest, I have not seen the best worthy replacement for the TeamViewer program.
And now I think that in a couple of weeks I will complete the article, and you will be able to familiarize yourself with the next testing of the new autoclicker!
Well, now I say goodbye to you for a week ... Good luck and always good mood! ;)
Today, such a function as controlling another computer via the Internet is not surprising. There are many free remote access systems that make it possible to easily transfer information between users and carry out various operations on another device via the Internet or a local network.
This function is especially needed, for example, when someone who is not particularly versed in the settings of the operating system is trying to change the parameters. In order not to spend a huge period of time explaining, you can easily and in a matter of seconds set the necessary options yourself. Such utilities are now indispensable for working remotely, for example, you can not waste time traveling to the office, doing all the work from home, be a system administrator and control the main computer from your home PC. All data will be available at any minute. Do not worry about security either - all information is subject to reliable encryption, all data is transmitted in a strictly confidential mode. Such utilities can also be used for communication, saving money on voice communications.
There are quite a few programs for controlling another computer, we will consider the five most popular ones, carry out an analysis, note the advantages and disadvantages.
This program is perhaps the most popular among users and has been holding a leading position for a long time. In principle, there is a reason - the functionality is really good. The utility does not weigh much, downloads quickly, and is freely available. In addition, no installation is required, you can immediately start and work. Accordingly, the interface and functions are available even to the most inexperienced user. After starting, a window with the ID and password of this PC and a window for entering the corresponding data of another device are displayed.
The application has many benefits. For example, it allows you to transfer files, chat, share your screen, and more. You can also set the mode of round-the-clock access to the device, this function is useful for system administrators. It is worth noting the rather high speed of work, the ability to work on all mobile platforms and operating systems. There are also many more advanced features that come in handy for remote access.
Of course, there is no escape from the shortcomings. Let's list some of them. The main one is that although the utility is freely available, it should not be used for commercial purposes. Considering this point, many difficulties arise. For example, work may be blocked if the program evaluates your actions as commercial. Expansion of functionality is no longer free. Also, for free, you won't be able to set up round-the-clock access. To fully use the application, you will have to pay, and the amount is not so small.
Thus, despite all the advantages, this application is not always suitable for long-term use. But if you need to perform some operation once via remote access, this is ideal.
If you want to work for a long period, you will either have to pay for the full version or be prepared that at any time the use will be terminated by the administrator.
Until recently, TeamViewer was probably the only decent program of its kind. Or it was so advertised and promoted that it simply outshined all competitors. However, today there are other utilities in the arena that are no worse than the previous one, in some moments even better. One such Supremo.
The program practically does not differ from the popular TeamViewer, it is just as easy to use, has a simple and understandable interface for everyone, is portable, does not require installation and is ready to start working at any time. The application does not install its services. There is a full-screen mode of showing the workspace on another PC, chat and other functions. It is also worth noting the speed - it is higher than in the previous utility - files are transferred especially simply and quickly. Another advantage that many users have appreciated is a password consisting only of numbers, no matter how strange it sounds. Some even ditched a popular competitor and switched to Supremo precisely because of this moment. I explain. To control someone else's computer, you need to get a password and transfer it along with the ID number to another user. (The algorithm is the same in both programs.) The difference is that TeamViewer generates passwords from Latin letters and numbers, while Supremo is limited to numbers. Of course, it will immediately seem that this is insignificant, but those who are faced with attempts to pass the password to elderly relatives will consider it an argument. It is much easier to dictate numbers than a tricky password. Especially for those who do not use SMS and do not know the difference between the letters "J" and "g", for example. And the point is not in intelligence, but in age.
Of course, TeamViewer also has settings to simplify the system of passwords, etc., but in this program everything is simplified to nowhere.
You can download the utility for free via a direct link from the developer's official website. The file size is 2-3 MB.
Supremo work algorithm (similar to TeamViewer)
Remote control of another computer requires a program on both devices.
- Run the utility and click on the installer, confirm the agreement with the licensing requirements.
- The next step is to press "Start" on the computer to which you are accessing.
- Get a secret code and ID, then share them with a like-minded user.
- Your “friend” should enter the data received from you into the line called “Partner ID” and connect.
- Then he must enter the password, at the same time you will see a window asking for confirmation of the operation (it will automatically disappear after ten seconds). After that, your friend gets full access to your PC, both visual and technical.
Now he will be able to perform various configurations on your behalf: installing and removing software, cleaning the registry, viewing personal files, etc. A hidden window with your monitor will appear in front of him, which he, by clicking on it, will be able to unfold. I recommend turning off all visual effects (Aero, wallpapers, etc.), as the transfer speed between computers will noticeably deteriorate. For correspondence, you can turn on Chat, for transferring files, you can launch the file manager.
Quite a handy and practical utility that consists of several podcasts. The first part is Server, we immediately install it and run it on someone else's computer, the second is Viewer, which allows us to be guided by another PC. The utility requires a little more knowledge than other programs. Working with the server is not so difficult, you can set the user ID yourself, the program remembers the data and no longer requires re-entering and confirming information. Free version for personal use - LiteManager Free.
Besides remote throttling, Chat, data export and registry cleaning, there are several interesting possibilities: monitor capture, inventory, remote wipe. Free use is available to work on thirty computers, no restrictions in the time frame of the program are excluded, there is a customization functionIDfor cooperative use. Free and for business use.
There are practically no drawbacks, but some of the inconveniences in the free version are reduced capabilities when working on more than thirty PCs. In general, the program is quite convenient and effective for administration and remote control.
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A utility that is also identical to the TeamViewer program, but much easier to use. The main functions are: Chat, file transfer, view and guide the remote computer. Ease of use does not require serious awareness, you can use it both in local and in the world wide web.
The disadvantages may seem like a limited amount of working time, it is paid for business activities. The presented utility is perhaps better not to be used for serious manipulations.
One of the original paid software for remote manipulation of third-party computers, designed for operational administration with an emphasis on security. The utility consists of two parts: a server and a client. The main task of the program is to work with an IP address, installation is required. Without special skills, it will be difficult to understand all the functions, so it is not suitable for novice users.
As expected, the program runs at high speeds thanks to the graphics driver, there are practically no lags and freezes. The built-in Intel AMT technique allows you to access the BIOS of someone else's PC and perform various operations with it. The program has no extraordinary features other than reliability and safety. The main modes are built in: Chat, file export, remote control.
There are several flaws: the lack of a mobile client and work without an IP address, the free version is available only for a month, graphic restrictions disable personalization (the monitor may go out), experience is required to work with the utility.
So, we can conclude that this program should be used by experienced users to administer a PC in local mode. To work on the Internet, you will most likely need to run a VPN tunnel.
In principle, at least 5 more programs can be noted, but this makes no sense: all the necessary functions are performed by the utilities listed above. The functionality of these programs is not very different. Some are completely free, but have their drawbacks, while others have more options, but you have to pay. Some, moreover, have a license for a year, so for long-term use you will have to fork out for its renewal. So you should choose based on your goal. These programs are quite suitable for non-commercial use. You can even combine several at once.
Remote computer control programs allow you to remotely control another computer over the Internet or on a local network. This is convenient when you need to help an inexperienced user, for example, a relative or friend who is poorly versed in a computer to do something on it, without leaving your comfortable chair and without wasting your nerves and time on telephone conversations. Such programs are also convenient to use for remote work, for example, from home to connect to the office and vice versa - to access your home PC, for system administration of a whole fleet of computers and servers.
Let's conduct a comparative analysis of remote control programs, highlight their advantages and disadvantages.
TeamViewer
One of the most popular programs for remote access, it can be quickly downloaded and installed or immediately launched without installation, even a not very experienced user can handle it. When launched, the program displays a window with an ID and password for accessing this computer, and TeamViewer also allows you to connect to another computer by specifying its ID and password.Advantages:
The program has several basic modes of operation: remote control, file transfer, chat, demonstration of your desktop. The program allows you to configure round-the-clock access to the computer, which will be convenient for system administration. The speed of work is quite decent, there are versions for all mobile platforms, for various operating systems, which is very pleasing. A simple and straightforward interface, plus a number of additional utilities to expand the functionality of the program, will be useful for remote support services.
Flaws:
Although the program is free, but only for non-commercial use, and when working with it for more than 5 minutes, a number of difficulties arise, for example, TV can block a remote connection session, recognizing it as commercial use. For round-the-clock remote access or administration of several computers, a computer network, you will have to pay for additional program modules. The cost of the program is high.
Outcome:
This program is ideal for a one-time remote connection or using it for short periods of time. It is convenient to use from mobile platforms, but not to administer a large number of computers. You will have to pay extra for additional modules.
LiteManager
A simple, but quite powerful program in terms of capabilities, consists of two parts, the first is Server, which must be installed or run on a remote computer and Viewer, which allows you to control another computer. To work, the program requires a little more skills and experience from the manager, although working as a server is even easier than in TeamViewer, the server can be installed once and no more action is needed from the user, the ID will always be constant, you can even set it yourself manually, which very easy to remember. LiteManager Free version is free for personal and commercial use.
Advantages:
In addition to the main modes of remote access: remote control, file transfer, chat, task manager, registry editor, the program also has unique functions, for example: inventory, screen recording, remote installation. The program is free for use on 30 computers, it can be used for round-the-clock access without any additional modules. There are no restrictions on the working time. It is possible to set up your own server ID to set up corporate support. The program does not have any restrictions on the time of work and locks.
Flaws:
There is not enough client for mobile platforms or other systems, there are restrictions on 30 computers in the free version, to administer more you need to purchase a license. Some specific operating modes are available only in the Pro version.
Outcome:
Litemanager is suitable for providing remote support, for administering several dozen computers absolutely free of charge, for setting up your own remote support service. The cost of the program is the lowest in its segment and the license is not limited in time.
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The program is basically similar to TeamViewer, but with a simpler version. There are only basic modes of operation - viewing and control, file transfer, chat. The program can work without installation, free for non-commercial use.
Advantages:
A simple and lightweight program, you can work both on the Internet and in a local network, has minimal settings and does not require any special skills. Compared to TeamViewer, the licensing policy is milder.
Flaws:
A minimum of functions for remote control, it will be difficult to administer a large park of computers, with long-term use, more than 15 hours a month, the session can be limited or blocked, paid for commercial use,
Outcome:
This program is more suitable for a one-time connection to a computer and not very complex manipulations, for example, as an aid to an inexperienced user in setting up a computer.
RAdmin
One of the first remote control programs and known in its circle, I could not help but mention it, more intended for system administration, the main focus is on security. The program consists of two: a server component and a client component. It requires installation, it will not be easy for an inexperienced user to figure it out, the program is designed mainly to work by IP address, which is not very convenient for providing those. online support. The program is paid, but has a free trial period.
Advantages:
The program has a high speed of work, especially on a good network, thanks to the desktop capture video driver, increased reliability and security. Intel AMT technology is built in, which allows you to connect to the BIOS of a remote computer and configure it. Only the main modes of operation are implemented: remote control, file transfer, chat, etc.
Flaws:
There is almost no way to work without an IP address, i.e. connect by ID. There is no client for mobile systems. There is no free version, only a trial period of 30 days. Experienced user skills are required to operate the program. When connecting a video, the driver can disable the Aero graphic shell, sometimes the screen flickers.
Outcome:
The program is more suitable for system administrators to administer computers and servers in a local network. To work over the Internet, you may need to set up a VPN tunnel.
