TeamViewer

To control a computer remotely, you would need to input a wide range of information into a specialized application, which can take too long if someone needs immediate assistance with their computer. If you haven't used a remote control utility before or if you wish to make everything simpler, TeamViewer is one of the best choices you can make. It can connect you to remote computers instantly, without asking for too many details. Once you are connected, you may control remote computers as if you were right in front of it and use a wide variety of interesting tools, to make your work easier.

TeamViewer's functionality is quite simple. It generates unique IDs and passwords for each computer on which it is launched. All you have to do is type in a remote computer's ID and password and the application will connect you right away. Alternatively, you can send your own ID and password, if you wish to allow another user to connect to your own computer. It is also possible to create a personal password, if you intend to control your own computer from other locations.

Once you are connected to a remote computer, you will be able to see its desktop and what the other user is doing, on a large window. A series of options can be found in several menus, on the upper edge of the control window. You can make a few tweaks to balance quality and performance, disable sounds coming from the remote computer, record the remote desktop and much more. Also, the application allows you to switch roles with your partner instantly.

Another useful feature is the possibility of exchanging files. You can browse through your own folders and the remote ones on a small window, on which you can transfer files in both directions, without waiting for any confirmation. If you create an online account and sign in on the desktop interface, you will be able to manage your contacts and connections.