Remote Desktop Alternatives?

[FlamDrag]

I need to be able to take control of my mom's desktop on occasion to show her how to do various things instead of spending an hour on the phone.

I can't spend $500 to accomplish this. Is there any alternative to Apple Remote desktop? I just need my computer to hers. One client. Both OS 10.3.5. It doesn't need to be able to do anything fancy (install programs, transfer files or anything else). Heck, if I could just move the mouse and have her click, that'd be fine too.

Thanks in advance.

 

[iLikeMyiMac]

I use Share My Desktop 1.2. I think there is a windows version available too so you can control your PC from your mac if you so desire.

 

[munkle]

I use Share My Desktop 1.2. I think there is a windows version available too so you can control your PC from your mac if you so desire.

Obviously on top of 'Share My Desktop' you'll need a VNC client, try VNC Thing or Chicken of the VNC.

 

[munkle]

You can get more information on VNC from here VNC. Keep in mind unless you both have good internet connections it can be a little bit slow...but sure beats shelling out the money for Remote Desktop!

 

[FlamDrag]

Thanks for the link. We both have high-speed connections so that shouldn't be a big problem.

Are there any other alternatives, or can anyone else vouch for the above link?

 

[munkle]

The only other alternative I can think of is Timbuktu but you'll have to shell out some cash.