Remote control software

Area of Science:

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering

Background:

• Remote control software enables users to operate computers from a distance.
• Evaluating different remote access solutions is crucial for optimizing productivity and system management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare the performance, features, and usability of various remote control software packages.
• To identify the strengths and weaknesses of each program for different operating systems and applications.

Main Methods:

• Comparative analysis of remote control software including Carbon Copy for Windows, Norton pcAnywhere, and Close-Up.
• Evaluation of software performance in controlling Windows and DOS-based programs.
• Assessment of installation ease, security features, and hardware requirements.

Main Results:

• Carbon Copy for Windows offers the fastest performance for remote Windows program control but has higher hardware demands and limited DOS support.
• Norton pcAnywhere provides strong performance comparable to Carbon Copy for Windows, with enhanced DOS compatibility.
• Close-Up is user-friendly for installation and supports both Windows and DOS programs, though it exhibits slower performance within Windows.

Conclusions:

• No single remote control package is definitively superior; the best choice depends on specific user needs, such as operating system compatibility and application type.
• Carbon Copy for Mac allows remote control of Macintosh computers but does not support cross-platform control between Mac and PC.
• Pricing for these remote control packages ranges from $100 to $120 on the street, with modems costing an additional $200 to $300.