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TeamViewer is a free tool that makes it incredibly easy to set and use a VPN connection; a Virtual Private Network that lets you take complete control of another PC from your own computer, whether they're separated by a soda can or a continent (and as long as both machines are running TeamViewer). It enables two-way connections in which users can flip control back and forth. TeamViewer also lets you hold virtual meetings with multiple participants (again, they all must have TeamViewer installed). With a name like TeamViewer, you'd expect it to be an enterprise-ready tool, and you'd be right: TeamViewer's robust simplicity is what happens when multiple users of vastly different skills need to use software. After a while, the bugs get squashed pretty firmly. But TeamViewer is free to non-commercial users. That means you can use it to access your work and home PCs remotely, of course. But you can also install it on your mom's PC (for example) and provide tech support from home.
We installed and opened TeamViewer on two Windows 7 PCs; one a 64-bit desktop, the other a 32-bit netbook. TeamViewer provides a user name and password for each machine. You simply need to enter each machine's numbers in the other to create a connection. The host PC's screen displays the remote PC's desktop in a window, and the host machine's mouse and keyboard control the remote PC's counterparts. We could open folders, files, and programs; run processes; and change settings: anything we could do with the remote machine's own controls, we could do from our main PC's controls, too, with TeamViewer. We tried the Meeting tool, too, but since we had TeamViewer installed on just two PCs, our pool of invitees was a bit small. TeamViewer offers some useful options; for instance, you can limit it to file transfers if you don't need total control.
TeamViewer is simply the easiest tool of its type we've used, and a far cry from the VPN apps of not so long ago. And it can cut down on the phone tag when friends and family need tech support!
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TeamViewer is a solution for remote control, desktop sharing, and file transfer that works behind any firewall and NAT proxy. To connect to another computer just run TeamViewer on both machines without the need of an installation procedure. With the first start automatic partner IDs are generated on both computers. Enter your partner's ID into TeamViewer and the connection is established immediately.
What's new in this version: Version 8.0.19045 has improved user experience with adding new computers and contacts and optimized usability within the chat.
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"Best tools for Remote Control PC"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.18051
Pros
Easily access to the PC desktop with all of its documents and installed applications and easily transfer the files between the Phone and PC.Also, it is free.
Cons
Require a VNC server.
Summary
TeamViewer is a very great free software for remote controlling PC.
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"Password system for login has problems"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.18051
Pros
When it connects to your account, it works good.
Cons
You'll get frustrated trying to login, even after you reset your login. Used this app for over a year, had major problems logging in. Took it off, when I contacted them, and they said I was doing something wrong. I was using the cellphone app to connect to my pc at home, while I was at work, pc software worked mostly correct, but their phone app needs work.
Summary
Could be good if company listens to the people that use it.
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"Buyer beware"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.18051
Pros
Software is good
Cons
The business practices are very poor!!! They will screw you without a second thought
Summary
I bought a corporate license for 2680.00 and decided to update this year to the latest version for close to 1000 dollars. My company paid the update fee late. They disabled all my accounts. I got it so, I decided to go back to my older version until they got a check for the new version. Apparently when you upgrade they completely disable your old license so, the prior version is also disabled. When I called for help they refused to help and told me it was my problem and that the only way to rectify this issue and once again get access is to pay for the upgrade. This is completely unacceptable to disable all my access when I already payed a large sum for the software. They saw no problem denying me all access. All I have to say is wow, buyer beware.
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"Great Remote Program"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.18051
Pros
Free
Reliable
Works as advertised
Safe
Helpful
Used RemotelyCons
Currently, none.
Summary
This is a great tool for the computer illiterate who knows someone with knowledge of computers. It's the same techniques used by Customer Support from computer companies but without the sales pitch or hassles. My Dell support in India took control of my computer, used a bogus scan, and told me that my computer was infected. They wanted $196 to fix it. I said no and asked my friend to help through TeamViewer. There was NO virus and all that was needed was a small adjustment. BOTTOM LINE: Trust your friends and not Customer Support in India.
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"Best Communications program ever for helping others"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.18051
Pros
Easy to use. Everything good (Great). Can access my computer from
other sites.Cons
None that I can find.
Summary
If you like neat programs, this is one of them.
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"Great Program"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.18051
Pros
Very easy to instruct someone with less computer knowledge on program download enabling a remote takeover.
Cons
Little slow in some communication instances, but don't feel this is attributed to program.
Summary
I would highly recommend this program, I especially like the ease of remote takeover to clean up a friend or family members cluttered computer.
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"Way To Go TeamViewer"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.17396
Pros
My friend had called for my help. I heard about TeamViewer, so we both installed the app on our PCs (separate wireless networks). It was easy to install - FREE for private use - and I was able to fix my friend's PC to wireless printer issue quickly.
Cons
No cons at all.
Summary
I would highly recommend this app.
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"Best Among All for Remote Access"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.17396
Pros
Best Among All for Remote Access
Cons
Best Among All for Remote Access
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"Powerful and easy to use"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.17396
Pros
It is easy to use and powerful tool for remote access
Cons
I have nothing against this program is splendid
Summary
I recommend to all my friends who use this program. I am delighted with it
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"great tool for supporting family computers worldwide!"
Version: TeamViewer 8.0.16642
Pros
flawless performance
Cons
none noted
Summary
able to do everything remotely including an OS upgrade!
