TightVNC
Remote computing tool

TightVNC is a free remote control software package derived from the popular VNC software. With TightVNC, you can see the desktop of a remote machine and control it with your local mouse and keyboard, just like you would do it sitting in the front of that computer.

VNC (an abbreviation for Virtual Network Computing) is a great client/server software package allowing remote network access to graphical desktops. With VNC, you can access your machine from everywhere provided that your machine is connected to the Internet. VNC is free (released under the GNU General Public License) and it's available on most platforms.

Here you can find an enhanced version of VNC, called TightVNC, which includes a lot of new features, improvements, optimizations and bugfixes over the original VNC version, see the list of features below. Note that TightVNC is still free, cross-platform and compatible with the standard VNC. Many users agree that TightVNC is the most advanced free remote desktop package. And it's being actively developed so you can expect that TightVNC will become even better
Win 95/98/ME/2000/XP/2003/Vista

RealVNC
Remote computing tool

RealVNC (Free Edition) is a remote display system which allows you to view a computing desktop environment not only on the machine where it is running, but from anywhere on the Internet and from a wide variety of machine architectures.

You can run programs, open desktop applications, folders and do just about anything you could do while sitting in front of it.

It offers password protection, a Java based web interface, IP access restrictions and more.
Win 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista

Remote MSN Robot
Access your PC via MS Messenger

An easy to use application allowing access to authorized PC, from anywhere.
All you need are MSN accounts, to access the authorized system, just like you are in front of it. Download or upload that crucial business file, or simply just share your family photos. Diagnose and fix grandma's computer problem, or look at the ingredients of her renowned apple pie recipe, from anywhere.

Remote Shutdown
Controls the remote computer to shut down, restart, log off, lock session, sleep, etc..

Remote Execute
Remotely launchs the program on the remote computer, or open file, website, etc..

Files Transfer
Peer-to-peer to transfer files between the remote computer and the local computer.

Screen Capture
View a screen capture of the remote desktop.

FTP Server
Supports access the remote files via a FTP server as if access the local computer.

No internet limit
No IP address to remember.
Supports WAN-WAN, WAN-LAN, LAN-LAN
Win 2000/XP/Vista

Hidden Administrator
Remote PC administration

Hidden Administrator is a client/server remote PC administration program that enables you to control the desktop of a remote computer, transfer files, and/or perform a variety of administrative tasks.

It can be used for remote desktop monitoring or full administration, allowing you to control the desktop as if you were sitting in front of it. You can also send messages to the remote computer, shutdown and reboot the machine, work with the remote clipboard, terminate running applications and also hide, minimize or maximize windows.

Hidden Administrator also offers several remote registry features as well as IP filtering for access control. The program comes with a standalone server and client components and does not require installation.
Win 98/ME/2000/XP

ShowMyPC
Remote PC access

ShowMyPC combines VNC remote access technology with an open-source SSH forwarding client to provide you with the option to allow other users to view and control your desktop.

The remote user needs to download the standalone ShowMyPC application and can access your computer with just a password (no IP address needed). The temporary session password is automatically generated when you start the viewing session and must be provided to the remote user by email, phone or other means.

If you have access to your own SSH server, you can use it instead of the one provided.
Win 2000/XP/2003

CrossLoop
Simple secure screen sharing

CrossLoop is a FREE secure screen sharing utility designed for people of all technical skill levels. CrossLoop extends the boundaries of VNC’s traditional screen sharing by enabling non-technical users to get connected from anywhere on the Internet in seconds without changing any firewall or router settings. It only takes a few minutes to setup and no signup is required.

Security is built into all aspects of CrossLoop. Session data is encrypted at the end-points before being sent using a 128-bit encryption algorithm using a randomly generated 12-digit access code. Explicit permission is required before any screen images are sent to a remote computer. CrossLoop is a secure tool to remotely assist any PC on the planet.
Win 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista

WinRemotePC Lite
Remote desktop control

WinRemotePC Lite enables you to control a desktop remotely over the LAN or Internet. You can control the remote PC with your mouse and desktop, just as if sitting in front of it.

The program comes with a client and a server module, and includes its own video driver for fast display performance that provides almost real-time control and offers an optional full-screen mode. WinRemotePC Lite also supports sending of special keyboard keys and the Ctrl+Alt+Del sequence. Other features include IP filtering, a tabbed interface to manage multiple desktops and integration with Windows login security.

WinRemotePC Lite is free for non-business use.
Win 2000/XP

VNC Navigator Free
Quickly connect to VNC servers

This program allows you to easily manage your VNC servers. It supports RealVNC, TightVNC, and UltraVNC. Connect to servers with just a double click. It keeps your passwords safe in a 256 Bit encrypted database.
(Free version limited to 3 connections)
Win 2000/XP

T-VNC
Remote computing tool

t-VNC (Virtual Network Computing) software makes it possible to view and fully-interact with one computer from any other computer or mobile device anywhere on the Internet. VNC software is cross-platform, allowing remote control between different types of computer.

For ultimate simplicity, there is even a Java viewer, so that any desktop can be controlled remotely from within a browser without having to install software.

VNC has a wide range of applications including system administration, IT support and helpdesks.

It can also be used to support the mobile user, both for hot desking within the enterprise and also to provide remote access at home, or on the road.

The system allows several connections to the same desktop, providing an invaluable tool for collaborative or shared working in the workplace or classroom.

Computer support within the geographically spread family is an ever popular use
Win 95/98/Me/2000/XP

VNCViewer
Remote computing tool

VNCViewer is a Cocoa-based VNC client for Mac OS X. It allows you to display and interact with a remote computer's user-interface.

Features include:
a full screen mode to hide dock and menu bar, saves passwords for servers, supports copy and paste of text between connections and the local host, modifier keys to simulate middle and right mouse buttons, support for shared desktops, all VNC compression modes: CopyRect, RRE, CoRRE, Hextile, and online help.
Mac OS X

Bullant Remote for Windows
Remote computing tool

The Bullant Remote for Windows is a small footprint thin-client that presents the GUI of an application running on a networked server to the user's Windows PC.

""The Bullant Remote for Windows is optimized for use over high-latency, low-bandwidth wired and wireless networks.

The Remote supports a configurable image cache, automatic network/firewall detection and TLS 1.0 security. Server-based applications for the Bullant Remote are built in Java using the Bullant JRAP distributed GUI toolkit. Bullant's server-based computing model dramatically lowers the total cost of ownership of rich GUI, multi-device wired and wireless applications through reduced development, provisioning, deployment and management costs.

User acceptance of Bullant applications is also very high due to the highly responsive, rich, device-specific GUIs offered by JRAP based products.""
Win 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP

UltraVNC
Remote computing tool

UltraVNC is a powerful, easy to use and free software that can display the screen of another computer (via internet or network) on your own screen. The program allows you to use your mouse and keyboard to control the other PC remotely. It means that you can work on a remote computer, as if you were sitting in front of it, right from your current location.

If you provide computer support, you can quickly access your customer's computers from anywhere in the world and resolve helpdesk issues remotely ! With addons like SingleClick your customers don't even have to pre-install software or execute complex procedures to get remote helpdesk support.

Key features:
FileTransfer
VideoDriver
Optional EncryptionPlugins
MSLogon
TextChat
ViewerToolbar
JavaViewer with FileTransfer, as well as Autoscaling and ServerSideScaling, Multiple-Monitors-support, Repeater/Proxy-support, AutoReconnection, good performances and tons of other functionalities.

Last Updated 11 Febuary 2008
Win 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP/2003

TeamViewer
Remote Control of PCs over the Internet

Instantly take control over a computer anywhere on the Internet, even through firewalls.
No installation required, just use it fast and secure.

Screen Sharing
TeamViewer can also be used to present your desktop to a partner on the Internet. Show and share your software, PowerPoint presentations etc.

File Transfer, Chat and more
Share your files, switch the direction during a teamwork session, and a lot more is included in TeamViewer

Simple to use, fast and secure
TeamViewer is one of the best known solutions on the market - and at the same time offers best value for your money. Non-commercial use is even completely free!
Win NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista

WallCooler
Personal Virtual Private Network

WallCooler is a VPN (Virtual Private Network) solution that enables you to access your home computer from anywhere, using a secure Internet connection.

Once you have installed WallCooler on the machine you want to access and created a free account with the service, you can access your files, emails, applications and network resources while you are on the road or in the office.

The program directly connect to remote resources or servers by DNS/Netbios name or IP address without the need to configure your router or firewall.

WallCooler uses industry standard SSL encryption and authentication to protect your VPN connection and utilizes compression for fast throughput.
Win 2000/XP/2003/Vista