I just got this email from logmein saying that in 7 days the program will not be free anymore
What's another free alternative program like logmein ?
What's another free alternative program like logmein ?
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I use TeamViewer, which is free for personal use and works with Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Ubuntu, iPhone, iPad, etc. It's very secure and quite simple to set up and use (no messing around with ports), which comes in handy if providing remote support to those who aren't very computer literate. You can talk them through the setup on their end and be connected to them in less than a minute. I prefer it over LogMeIn because it includes free file transfers between computers, a feature I use frequently. Also, TeamViewer doesn't affect audio settings on OS X, as many have reported that LogMeIn does.
I've been using team viewer for a few years now. No problem connecting to my parents window computers from my Mac's. Even a free app for the iPad that works decently.
and they allow teamviewer?
i used to use both as i found huge benefit in having access to the computers i most often connected in any browser. but when at home and when i needed to help friends i used teamviewer.
what about google remote desktop isnt that supposed to only require snow leopard on macs?
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they allow gotomypc which is what I use. It has something along the lines of what lands on their servers - tbh, I'm not sure.
I used TeamViewer on Windows and loved it. It works fine on Mac when I use it to remotely connect to another computer.
The problem I'm having, and I've searched until my eyes hurt and still haven't found the solution, is that I use dual monitors and when I connect to my MacBook the mouse will only move about two-thirds of the way across the screen. It's as if the screen on the iPad client is shifted to the right because the cursor won't move all the way to the left on my MacBook's 2nd monitor while I'm testing it. It's driving me crazy.
The problem I'm having, and I've searched until my eyes hurt and still haven't found the solution, is that I use dual monitors and when I connect to my MacBook the mouse will only move about two-thirds of the way across the screen. It's as if the screen on the iPad client is shifted to the right because the cursor won't move all the way to the left on my MacBook's 2nd monitor while I'm testing it. It's driving me crazy.
There was an article just posted about this topic on LifeHacker.. here it is: http://lifehacker.com/five-best-remote-desktop-tools-1508597379
I like TeamViewer, but is anyone else concerned about how long their free service will last? I've also read about people getting "Commercial use detected" during a TeamViewer session.
I need to find a current guide (2014) on using Vine Server 4.01 through SSH. I tried Lion's internal ARD Screen Sharing (VNC), but the lag was too hard to deal with in this day and age.
I need to find a current guide (2014) on using Vine Server 4.01 through SSH. I tried Lion's internal ARD Screen Sharing (VNC), but the lag was too hard to deal with in this day and age.
TeamViewer has been free for personal use for the 7-8 years I've been using it, so while anything is possible, I don't expect it to change in that regard. I've used it extensively, including days when I'm on it for 5+ hours a day, sometimes connecting to a dozen different computers, including 2 at a time, and I've never received any notice about commercial use.
+1 for Teamviewer, I have been using it for several years, I use it for personal use and for helping people with their computer issues remotely without having to deal with port-forwarding. The new version is awesome, they added some really great features.
Usoris Systems is promoting their site to replace Logmein free
Sorry, this is for Windows machines.
They say they will always be free.
http://www.remoteutilities.com/
Sorry, this is for Windows machines.
They say they will always be free.
http://www.remoteutilities.com/
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I wonder if when Team Viewer gets all the LogMeIn expats it too will no longer be "free." 
Do be aware that if you have a Mac you already have free screen sharing. You got it when you bought your Mac. And no, I don't man BTMM. It's just built in and you enable it in the Sharing Preference Pane. These services make the process of sharing easier for more inexperienced (and sometimes experienced) users by facilitating the process of finding and routing to your base computer. Eg if you don't have a static IP. Then use a VNC client on any platform.
Another way to go, and a very secure one, is to use a "free" service that does the router/finding thing for you, but you buy the software. That's the model for ShareTool and Sling, for example. I prefer sharing over SSH using ShareTool, for example. And they have many, many other features (which you can also use without using their login services).
Rob
Do be aware that if you have a Mac you already have free screen sharing. You got it when you bought your Mac. And no, I don't man BTMM. It's just built in and you enable it in the Sharing Preference Pane. These services make the process of sharing easier for more inexperienced (and sometimes experienced) users by facilitating the process of finding and routing to your base computer. Eg if you don't have a static IP. Then use a VNC client on any platform.
Another way to go, and a very secure one, is to use a "free" service that does the router/finding thing for you, but you buy the software. That's the model for ShareTool and Sling, for example. I prefer sharing over SSH using ShareTool, for example. And they have many, many other features (which you can also use without using their login services).
Rob
i havent used it but there are quite a few extensions that require all your browser data but could the computer data be needed because it supports file transfer?
Ok I installed teamviewer today
A few things I don't like
Doesn't seem to be as fluid as logmein , I don't know logmein just looks better
After you use the program you get a popup on the screen every time, but beggars can't choosers , hey is free
And last
I want to keep teamviewer running in the background but having the icon in my dock annoys me , one icon in the menubar is enough
Is there a way to hide the dock icon ?
I don't see it in preference
A few things I don't like
Doesn't seem to be as fluid as logmein , I don't know logmein just looks better
After you use the program you get a popup on the screen every time, but beggars can't choosers , hey is free
And last
I want to keep teamviewer running in the background but having the icon in my dock annoys me , one icon in the menubar is enough
Is there a way to hide the dock icon ?
I don't see it in preference
I have been a logmein user for a while... mostly for tech support for friends and family. I also used it for remote control of my iMac... but that is a feature that I really do not need anymore.
I suspect that I'll switch to TeamViewer. I have a couple of questions (reply from GGJ would be great).
1) Do I need to have it running continuously... or can I have the person receiving tech support launch it on demand when they request support from me.
2) If I am providing tech support for someone, do we need to be using the same Teamviewer account? If not... what is the procedure to connect.
/Jim
I suspect that I'll switch to TeamViewer. I have a couple of questions (reply from GGJ would be great).
1) Do I need to have it running continuously... or can I have the person receiving tech support launch it on demand when they request support from me.
2) If I am providing tech support for someone, do we need to be using the same Teamviewer account? If not... what is the procedure to connect.
/Jim
I figured out how to hide/block/remove all the popups and icons that teamviewer forces on you. Only one on the web! Who is the man? lol. You are right it is not as fluid as logmein. But it is the best free alternative to logmein. Anyone else notice when you tap the mouse moves slightly? That bugs. I can't post links to my own **** on how to remove the popups. My link in my sig below > Forum > Apple section > Mac/OS X category > remove teamviewer popups and etc. All the answers revealed.
For now I use Teamviewer when outside my network and I use Remotix when inside my network. Remotix Is actually even more fluid then logmein. But I am not smart enough apparently to get it working outside my network. I finally gave up. That's like maybe my 2nd time ever.
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Yes, they can launch it when needed. There is no need to leave it running, unless you want unattended access.
Each computer has Teamviewer installed, with a unique ID. The Teamviewer website gives simple instructions for setting up a connection.
They can launch it on demand. two different accounts. They provide you with their id.