Full Version: WinXP Remote Assistance
From: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY) [#12]
20 Apr 2007
To: UncleSteve [#10] 20 Apr 2007
From: Larry B (PALMETTO) [#13]
20 Apr 2007
To: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY) [#1] 20 Apr 2007
Harvey:
Do you know that Microsoft Net Meeting is already on your computer if you have XP. You start it by going to Run,,conf.exe.
I have used this with a software company that I bought from and had some problems. Dude signed on to my machine, took control with my permission and fixed the problem right before my eyes. It's free, already on the machine. Maybe you can use that to help. I didn't know it was on there until he told me how to do it.
From: Carl (CSEWELL) [#14]
20 Apr 2007
To: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY) [#11] 20 Apr 2007
I've run from hi-speed internet to a modem and back with VNC. I've also used it internally over a local LAN. It's definitely slow when a modem is involved, but otherwise, I haven't noticed any significant loss of speed and all of my my computers are ancient.
It sits in the background when not in use and I don't beleive that it consumes any resources. It doesn't have to stay resident in the background. You can start it only when you need it. Of course, you have to start both ends.
From: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY) [#15]
20 Apr 2007
To: Carl (CSEWELL) [#14] 20 Apr 2007
I'll look into it.
I just found out she has access by using a wireless card that is mooching off other computers in the mall that do not have an encrypted wireless setup. (Makes me cringe.)
From: sroehlk (ELECTECH1) [#16]
20 Apr 2007
To: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY) [#11] 20 Apr 2007
It only slows you down when using, and then it varies between computers. I really just wanted to let you know it may have a drawback and to be aware. It usually is not a problem but something to be aware of.
I would not leave it running when I am not using it.
Steve
From: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY) [#17]
20 Apr 2007
To: sroehlk (ELECTECH1) [#16] 20 Apr 2007
Thank you for the good advice.
Nothing yet on the Dell forum. Multiple good answers on this engraving forum.
Admittedly I am a bit jaded, but this forum rocks.
From: Ruben (QUIEROLEARN) [#18]
20 Apr 2007
To: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY) [#1] 20 Apr 2007
Harvey,
another possible solution is GoToMyPC, you can use it free for 30 days, they will not charge you if you cancel before the trial expires, this is a very good service take a look here www.gotomypc.com
Ruben