Hello to all readers of my blog. With you Marat Nauruzbaev. In the last article I told. Today I will tell you how you can organize remote access to a computer via the Internet.

It's no secret that sometimes there is a need to remotely connect to your home or work computer to download any files or remote control work table.

For these purposes, special programs are used for remote access to a computer. Moreover, this can be done from anywhere in the world, from almost any computer or even from your smartphone. For remote access, you will not need a static IP, the connection will be carried out using the generated ID.

I will talk about the three most popular remote access programs, how to install, configure and use these programs. So let's go ...

TeamViewer software

I have been familiar with this program for a long time, and it helped me to remotely administer computers, being in an office in another city.

The program has a simple interface, but at the same time it has many additional functions, such as creating interactive conferences, chat, launching in a browser, multi-platform. Program TeamViewer free for non-commercial use only.

Installing and configuring TeamViewer

To install TeamViewer, go to the section " DownloadTeamViewer full version»Click« Download»(All pictures are clickable)

After downloading the program distribution kit, launch it by double-clicking on it

We expose these settings and click " Accept - next»

In the next window, I usually uncheck all the boxes and click " Ready»

TeamViewer will be installed

After installation, you will need to configure TeamViewer, click " Proceed»

We set the computer name and password to access this computer... Click " Proceed»

In the next window, you can create a TeamViewer account or opt out. Click " Proceed»

In the final window, the ID of this computer will be generated. You can save it for later access to this computer from another computer or smartphone. Click " To complete»

This is how the main TeamViewer window looks like. In the left half of the window ( 1 ) shows your ID and password to access this computer. In the right half ( 2 ) you can enter the partner ID, whose computer you can control

Now, the question arises, how can you control another computer?

To do this, you need to install on the computer you want to control, full version TeamViewer, as I described above, or you can install the so-called TeamViewer client (TeamViewer QuickSupport).

TeamViewer QuickSupport

TeamViewer QuickSupport does not require installation or administrator rights. Created for quick access to the computer on which it is running. Not designed to control other computers.

Free download TeamViewer QuickSupport you can in the section " Download"The official website of the program, choose your operating system (Windows, Mac, Linux, Mobile) and next to" TeamViewer QuickSupport»Click« Download»

After downloading TeamViewer QuickSupport, run it

In the window that appears, your ID and password will be generated to access this computer

Now we enter this data in the main window TeamViewer to connect to the desktop of the computer you want to control

Enter your password

We see the desktop of the remote computer on the screen. Now you can work on it as if you were at this computer

UsageTeamViewer

Now I will show you some of the program options that you can use when accessing your desktop remotely.

« Menu» — « Communication»

1. Switch sides with partner - switch mode. The partner will now be able to control your computer
2. Start internet call - Voice connection with your partner
3. Chat - the ability to chat with a partner
4. Video - video communication with your partner

« Menu» – « Files and additional features »

1. Take screenshot - screenshot of remote session
2. Start Session Recording - video recording of a deleted session
3. Open file transfer - for two-way file transfer between partners

To transfer files, such a convenient file manager opens.

ProgramLiteManager

Program for remote access to a computer Litemanager allows you to manage up to 30 computers for free (for individuals and legal entities).

Possibilities Litemanager are similar TeamViewer, except that in the free version of Litemanager there is no possibility to use audio video chat. Also in the paid version of Litemanager there is interesting function « Scheduled Server Desktop Recording". I did not notice such a function in TeamViewer ...

Installation and configuration LiteManager -Server

For installation Litemanager go to the section " Download"And vice versa LiteManager Pro / Free click " Download»

The distribution kit of the program is downloaded in the archive. Click twice on the program archive

The archive is opened in the program with the default archiver installed.

Program Litemanager consists of 2 parts: the server part (Server) and the Viewer (Viewer).

LitemanagerServer installed on the computer you want to access.

LitemanagerViewer is installed on the computer from which you want to control another computer.

I hope I explained clearly ... 🙂.

In principle, you can install both parts and it will be possible to control and be controlled from your computer. How ... tricked ... 🙂.

Well, to install LitemanagerServer, run it to install

To scroll through the pictures, press “ Back" or " Forward»

At some point, the program will ask you to enter a password to access this computer, click " Change / install»

We come up with and enter a password, click " OK»

At the end of the installation, leave a check mark to start the Litemanager server and click “ Finish»

A window for connecting by ID will appear, where your ID will be generated, or you can enter your ID and click “ Connect»

If the connection is successful, the message “ Connected". Press the button " Options"To change connection options by ID

I set these options here, I changed the general NoIP server to " 1_New_noip". You put it at your discretion, i.e. choose through which server your ID is connected stably

After applying the settings, click " Close»

To view and change other settings, right-click on the Litemanager icon in the system tray and select “ SettingsLM servers ...»

A small window will appear with the words “ Server settings", By clicking on which an additional menu appears with a choice of LM-server settings, which you can customize" for yourself ". I will only say that the menu item “ Connection byID»We have already set up in you above ...

InstallationLiteManager— View

Installing LiteManager - View is similar to installing LiteManager - Server, nothing complicated here

At the end of the installation, select the type of license, " LiteManagerPro" or " Free". I chose " Free". Click " OK»

UsageLiteManager

The main window of the program will appear, in the main part of which all created connections will be displayed, and on the right side you can select the connection mode (control, viewing, files, demonstration, etc.)

To create a connection to another computer on which LiteManager - Server, go to the menu " Compound» — « Add…»

In the tab “ Compound»Come up with a name for the compound. Enter the ID and password of the managed computer

In the tab “ Network and uptime"Choose" Economy mode», If you and / or your partner have a low Internet speed. Click " OK»

The icon of the created connection will appear in the main window of the program. Depending on which mode is selected in the right half of the window, double-clicking on the connection will start a communication session with the remote computer.

We start a remote control session on another computer and see its desktop. Now we can control it at our computer.

I will list the names of the icons located at the top of the Remote Desktop window ...

1. Settings
2. Other modes
3. Selecting a remote monitor
4. Selecting a Remote User Session
5. Mouse and keyboard controls
6. Block input and screen
7. Send Alt-Ctrl-Del
8. Retrieve remote clipboard
9. Install remote clipboard
10. Screenshot
11. Avi record
12. Anchor
13. Hide toolbar
14. Active connections
15. Close

When choosing " Other modes»A menu comes out where you can use additional program options

For example open file manager(File Transfer) to exchange files between computers

ProgramAmmyy Admin

Of the three remote computer programs described in this article, Ammyy admin is the simplest and does not require installation on a computer.

Download the program in the section " Download»The official site. Click on the file name ( AMMYY Admin (exe) ) for download.

Note: At the time of this writing, the programAmmyy admin could only be downloaded in browsers Internet Explorer and Opera.

Run the downloaded file AA_vx.exe

Ammyy admin runs immediately without installation.

The main window can be conditionally divided into two halves. In the left half of the window ( Client) your ID and IP are displayed. In the right half ( Operator), you can enter the client's ID / IP and click the " Connect»To access remote computer.

Accordingly, in order for the connection to occur, the program must also be running on the remote computer. Ammyy admin

I hasten to notice that this program does not require a password to connect. When connecting on a remote computer, a window will appear in which you will need to select connection options and click the " Allow»To agree to operate the computer. You can also check the box “ Remember my answer for this operator "So that in the future the operator with this ID will connect without the client's consent

After connecting, a window with the desktop of the remote computer will appear on your screen, on which you can work as if you were behind it

In addition to connecting to a remote desktop, it is also possible to launch a voice chat or a file manager by selecting the appropriate menu items in the operator window

Also, with a remote desktop session, you can use additional functions

1. Connection settings
2. Encoding settings
3. File manager
4. Voice chat
5. Desktop
6. Full screen mode
7. Winkey
8. Refresh screen
9. Reconnect
10. Actions for the remote computer

For example open File manager…

Also in Ammyy Admin there is an interesting option to launch the application as windows services... This may be needed when access to a remote computer is needed without permanent launch Ammyy Admin.

To install the Ammyy Admin service on a remote computer, in the main Ammyy Admin window go to the menu “ Ammyy» – « Service» — « Install»

Ammyy Admin service will be installed and launched on next reboot. Click " OK»

The Ammyy Admin service can be started manually without waiting for the computer to restart. To do this, go to the menu " Ammyy» — « Service» — « Run»

A message will appear that the AA service is running, click " OK»

In the future, to disable this service, go to Windows services, find the service AmmyyAdmin and uncheck the box opposite it. Click " OK»

Or in the main window of Ammyy Admin go to the menu “ Ammyy» — « Service» — « Delete»

Conclusion

In this article, we reviewed the main three programs for accessing a remote computer, figured out how to install, configure and use these programs.

All programs deserve attention and have the right to life and further development. Each of them is good in its own way and has its own differences, although all these programs perform the main role of connecting a remote desktop well.

I will nevertheless outline the main points when working with these programs:

TeamViewer works great and functional, but still for commercial use, its cost is high;

LiteManager more complicated in the settings, on my computer it had a low connection speed, especially with a low Internet speed, but it was free when up to 30 computers were connected and the ability to remotely control the computer invisibly from the user;

AmmyyAdmin simple program with the most necessary functionality, runs without installation, but is free only up to 15 hours a month.

By the way! If you want me to give you computer help using these programs, go to my section.

That's all for me, please write in the comments which remote access program you used and which one you liked the most.

Remote access is a great tool if you need to help a person who is far away with a computer, or if you urgently need to view work files from home. Let's consider what programs can be used for this, how to configure and apply them in work.

What is remote access

Remote access is a technology that allows a user to connect to a computer from a distance using another device and control it as if he were sitting at this computer himself. It can be connecting to a work machine from home, or helping a friend install programs - there are many options. The main condition is the presence of Internet access and a special program on both devices.

There are many programs for organizing remote access, both complex and very simple, some of which we will try to highlight.

A device in a remote access network can play two roles:

• host - a computer to which access is provided (for example, a work computer on which you need to work from home);
• client - a machine that accesses other devices.

The same computer can be used both as a host and as a client in different situations, but not at the same time.

Each device is assigned its own identifier - a label with which devices "find" each other on the network. In most cases, the connection occurs like this: the client is given a host ID, he finds it on the network and connects to it, giving the user access. For protection purposes, you may also need a unique one-time password that is visible only to the host: this is done so that an untrusted person cannot connect to the computer.

Some programs use the generated unique number ID, some prefer to use the IP address and Domain name... We will consider both.

Remote access via ID

First, let's talk about programs that operate on IDs. They are quite simple to use and are suitable for the everyday needs of ordinary users, but they are not without their drawbacks.

AeroAdmin

One of the advantages of the AeroAdmin program is its intuitive interface

Although all the main functions of the program are available in the free version, if necessary, you can purchase a license that opens access to additional functionality, including:

• exchange of files with a remote computer;
• contact book;
• customization of the interface (for example, you can add a logo and company name to the utility interface).

AeroAdmin can also be used to parental control and remote monitoring of a child's or employee's computer, conducting online seminars, presentations and meetings.

TeamViewer

TeamViewer is the most popular and widely used remote access software. She possesses quite big amount functions, while easy to use and convenient. There are paid and free versions: the free version is limited by the number of connections that one client can implement.

On the home page ID, password, login window are located account, a window for entering the host ID and big button"Connect". In other words - all data to use the program and as a host ( left side windows), and as a client (right side).

On the main page of the TeamViewer program, you can find out your data as a host, or you can connect to someone as a client

To connect, you need to select the mode (remote control, file transfer, VPN), enter the ID of the required host and click on the "Connect" button, then enter the password that you need to get from the host (since the password is displayed only there). The password is unique for each session: when TeamViewer is restarted, it will change if the user has not entered a static password in the settings. This is for the security of the connection.

In addition to a simple remote connection, the program supports:

• audio conferencing;
• screenshots and video filming of what is happening on the remote screen;
• remote printing;
• transferring files from host to client and vice versa;
• chat between host and client;
• the ability to swap host and client places;
• Wake-on LAN;
• reboot followed by auto-connection.

In a word, the capabilities of TeamViewer are great, and its main disadvantage is the limited use for home use. If the program thinks that you use it too often for a simple user and connect to too many hosts ( free version supports up to five various devices), it will start dropping remote sessions five minutes after it was established. This is extremely inconvenient, and therefore using TeamViewer for too many devices is not recommended if you do not want to buy an expensive paid version.

Video: Using TeamViewer

Ammyy Admin

Ammyy is another remote access program that is simple and minimal.

It has fewer functions than TeamViewer, but it is perfect for people who do not have special requirements for functionality: Ammyy is simple and very convenient, and also free.

The program interface is similar to the previous one: there is a window, the window contains your data as a host and a form for connecting other computers. You can connect either by ID or by IP.

The main Ammyy Admin window provides an opportunity to both connect your computer to a client and become a client yourself

Unlike TeamViewer, Ammyy Admin does not ask for a password: instead, it requires the host to confirm its consent to connect. The session will not start without the host's consent.

Ammyy is waiting for the host to grant permission to connect

The main disadvantage is the same as for TeamViewer: the free version implies restrictions on the use of the program, which are eliminated only by purchasing the full version.

Video: working with Ammyy Admin

LiteManager

The third program that provides access by ID is LiteManager, a Russian program built on the basis of a now closed utility from Microsoft. Likewise, dividing into free and paid versions, LiteManager provides "free" users with much more opportunities than previous programs: for example, you can connect not 5 computers to your client, but all 30. Such loyalty makes the program attractive not only for ordinary users but also for administrators of small networks.

Unlike other considered tools, LiteManager consists of two components that are installed separately from each other: the client (installed on the client machine) and the server (respectively, on the host) part.

When installing the server part, a password is set for it, which is subsequently used by the client to connect to the host.

The client interface differs from previous programs and is more like a manager window virtual machines... In him there is a list of connected devices, each of which can be started with the mouse.

The LiteManager interface displays connected devices that can be launched with a mouse click

The capabilities of LiteManager in some way duplicate the functionality of TeamViewer and even exceed it. You can connect both by IP and by ID; it also has a handy display function, referred to as a network map. With its help, you can represent all computers involved in the network in the form of a map that displays the connection of hosts to the client, as well as connected printers and other devices.

Network map in LiteManager is the ability to view connected devices in the form of a map

Video: how to use LiteManager

Remote access via IP address

Things are a little more complicated here. The fact is that the IP address of an ordinary user is dynamic, that is, it changes regularly, and if you need to constantly connect via IP, it will be very inconvenient to configure the program again every time. Therefore, to make full use of remote access via IP, you need to connect to the static IP service. This is done by the provider and costs about 200 rubles per month (depending on the provider, prices may vary).

After connecting the service, you will be given a static (unchanged) IP, and you can use a remote connection. However, the service should be used at your own peril and risk: ordinary user A PC with a static address, due to its less security, can cause problems.

Alternatively, you can use the DynDNS service, which gives the user a virtual server for a certain fee - the connection will go through it. However, this service is more expensive than static IP.

When the static IP is received, you need to open the port necessary for the program to work.

1. First, find out the internal IP address of the network. To do this, follow the path "Start - Control Panel - Network Control Center and general access - <ваша сеть>- Information ". The string "IPv4 Address" is your internal IP address. Remember it, it will still come in handy.

   In properties network connection you can find the value of the internal IP address

2. Enter the router menu. To do this, type in address bar browser 192.168.0.1 (or, if it does not work, - 192.168.1.1) and on the page that appears, enter your username and password. The necessary data are indicated on the router, but, as a rule, the login and password are admin / admin.

   The router will require a username and password for access (usually admin / admin)

3. Desired menu in different models routers are called completely differently: Virtual Server, Port Forwarding, "Network Address Translation", "Port Forwarding" ... There are so many names that you will have to act either with the help of the documentation for your router, or by typing. Find the necessary menu and create a new rule: specify in the window that appears the name, the interface used by your connection, the internal IP address of your network and the port. The Radmin program we will be working with uses port 4899 by default.

   The desired place in the router may look like this (or maybe quite differently)

Now that the settings have been applied, it's time to move on to the program itself.

Radmin

For a long time, Radmin (before TeamViewer and other ID-based systems) was the leader among remote access systems. It is very lightweight, undemanding to system limitations (therefore it works well on old computers), and also provides high connection speed. However, this program only works via an IP address.

Radmin consists of a client and a server, and after installation, some configuration is required.

1. In the "Settings for Radmin Server" you need to find the item "Access rights". First, the program will offer to select a protection system: you need to select Radmin if the connection will be carried out via the Internet, or Windows NT - if the local network will be used. After that, you need to click on "Access Rights".

The ability to work remotely with a computer is an irreplaceable and important thing. Remote access ( Remote access) to your PC allows you to access all your files, programs from another computer via the Internet from anywhere in the world at any time. This makes it possible to organize joint meetings, interactive conferences, communicate with friends, demonstrate the work of programs and much more for what you have enough imagination :-).

Remote access to the computer is carried out using special applications that you simply download over the Internet. There are quite a few offerings of remote access services. In this review, we will consider 5 web services to remotely access your computer who are on this moment the most comfortable and functional.

1. TeamViewer

TeamViewer- undoubtedly one of the leaders among the services of remote access to a PC. TeamViewer establishes a connection to any PC or server in the world in just a few seconds.

You can remotely control your partner's computer as if you were sitting at it. All that is required of you or your partner is to download the TeamViewer client module and launch it. The program gives him a computer ID and password, he tells them to you by phone or messenger, and now you are already working on his computer. No more effort is required - no need to install the program, no need to configure it.

Data transfer to TeamViewer is carried out using standard web protocols, so there is no need to ask system administrator allow, open or configure anything. I downloaded it, launched it - and everything works.

TeamViewer includes full data encryption based on RSA private / public key exchange and AES session encryption (256 bit). This technology is based on the same standards as https / SSL and is considered completely secure among the standards in use today.

Key exchange also guarantees complete protection of data transferred from client to client. This means that even our router servers cannot control the data flow.

TeamViewer provides two versions:

• Free - for non-commercial use, however the free version has some limitations. Cross-platform work is not supported, you cannot embed your company's logo in the client module, you cannot use high-performance company servers for connection, installation on server systems is not supported, the number of partners during a presentation is limited to two.
• Paid - An unlimited-term license in three options: business, premium, and corporation. Its cost varies from 700 ... 3200 USD. for one license.

TeamViewer runs on Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, iOS and Android operating systems.

2. LogMeIn

LogMeIn- one of the popular applications for remote access to the PS. It allows you to quickly and easily control a remote computer over the Internet, as if you were sitting right in front of it. The application is very easy to install and there is a 100% free version for use, which includes, among other things, an application for remote access to your PC from any iPad / iPhone and, importantly, the free version uses 256-bit SSL encryption, just like the paid one. ...

Paid versions start at 12 euros for 1 computer per month, there are many different packages for prices and functionality. For example, than more computers You want to connect using LogMeIn, the lower the price for 1 computer.

3. ShowMyPc

ShowMyPc- another web service for remote access and sharing computer. There is standard set remote access and administration. There is a free version, but it is quite limited in functionality and is suitable for small tasks, but the paid versions are quite democratic in price and start at $ 14. per month.

4. UltraVNC

UltraVNC - powerful, easy to use and most importantly - free app that uses the VNC protocol to control remote desktops on other computers.

Supports standard dial-up set . In addition to remote control, additional features are supported, such as an encryption module for a secure client-server connection. Contains a Java Viewer module that allows you to access your computer using a simple Java-enabled Web browser. It is also possible to send files, chat and different methods authentication. One of the program's features is quite interesting - fine tuning server side, for example, if you want to hide the presence of a server program on the remote computer .

Remote access to a computer via the Internet will allow you to control your PC, even if it is thousands of kilometers away from your location.

The technology works on the principle of assigning a unique identifier to the user in the global network. This data is used to connect to remote control.

The function can be configured as using the system functions operating system Windows and using additional programs(their use is usually free).

Notice! In order to access a remote computer through another PC, the remote PC must be turned on and have an Internet connection. Also, a function or program that provides a remote connection must be connected on both devices.

Using the Internet ID Function in Windows

Assigning a unique identification number on the network greatly simplifies the connection process.

By using this feature, computers do not have to configure the connection back process every time.

Also, the Internet ID function is quite easy to use and even an ordinary user can customize its work.

How does Internet ID work? The connection of two computers is due to the connection to a single Host.

The interface is displayed using NAT or a standard firewall.

Follow the instructions below to set up remote access to a PC yourself using the Internet ID option:

• First you need to get an identifier with which two computers can connect the connection. The procedure for issuing an identifier is carried out by the host free of charge;
• In some assemblies of Windows, the previously installed utility may be missing. You can download it from the link http://db.repairdll.org/internetidadmin.exe/ru-download-50.html.
• Install the tool on both computers and get to work;
• After installation, the host icon appears on the desktop toolbar. Click on it right click mouse and select the connection settings item;

• Then, in a new window, click on the corresponding button to obtain an Internet ID. This procedure must be done on a computer from which another PC will be controlled;

• After a few seconds, a window will appear with text box, which will indicate an identifier that provides remote connection of two PCs. Remember it, because without specifying the identifier on another PC, you will not be able to configure the connection;

• Now you need to perform several actions on the client's personal computer (to which you will be connecting). Run the installed utility, select the operation mode as "Client";
• Press the button for creating a new connection and in the window that opens, specify the name of the connection and the identifier itself. You can choose any name, and the Internet ID must match the one that was issued on the first PC. Click on the OK button;

• Next, the connection properties will open. Select the connection mode through the identifier, as shown in the figure below, and enter it again in the corresponding text field;

Now wait a few seconds and wait for the connection to complete.

In subsequent attempts to gain remote access to another PC, it will be necessary to enter only the identifier on the administrator's side, and select the previously created connection template on the client's side.

In addition to the proposed method for setting up remote access, you can use special programs which are even easier to set up.

TeamViewer software

The main feature of the utility: the user does not need to deal with the client and server parts of the program separately.

You just need to install the program on both computers and set up the connection in a few clicks.

After the first start-up, the application window displays a personal computer ID and an access password.

To connect to another computer, just enter its identifier in the Partner ID field and click the Connect button.

TeamViewer benefits:

1. The presence of several modes of operation of two computers at once: remote access, file and folder transfer mode, VPN;
2. During the connection, you can open a chat window, this will allow two users to communicate in real time without being distracted by other messengers;
3. To provide full-scale system administration of another PC, you can connect the 24/7 remote access option. In the inactive mode, the function consumes few resources and does not load personal computers;
4. Work speed and stable connection. Due to the presence of high-quality hosts, users do not face the problem of access failure (this happens only in case of a bad connection to the global Internet);
5. Please note that TeamViewer cannot be used for commercial purposes. The developer has built a utility for determining the commercial connection into the program. If it is detected, access to the PC will be immediately blocked.

If you want to use modules for corporate connection, you will need to buy a paid version of the application.

Ammy admin

This program allows you to access the function of remote control of other PCs. The functionality is very similar to the Team Viewer described above.

Available operating modes include the ability to view and remotely control another personal computer or the user's laptop.

The program can be used without installing it on two devices. It is enough to open the portable version on computers.

The utility is not intended for use in commercial organizations and enterprises.

You can download Ammy admin on the developer's official website at http://www.ammyy.com/ru/.

To get started, run Ammy admin on both computers. Then enter the server computer ID on the client computer. Click on the "Connect" button.

The connection diagram is also shown in Figure 8.

This application is more suitable for organizing a one-time connection than for long and regular work.

Among the advantages over other similar software are a simplified connection process, an intuitive interface and high speed of work.

Among the shortcomings of the application, it can be noted that it is not available on mobile devices and tablet PCs. There is also no folder and file transfer mode.

The use of the program is limited to fifteen hours per month. This feature is designed to eliminate the possibility of commercial use.

Lite Manager

This utility is different user-friendly interface and a wide range of options. The application has two parts: for separate installation on the server and client side.

Unlike the previous utilities, LiteManager will be more expedient for more advanced users who need to organize regular access to a remote computer.

Also, unlike TeamViewer and Ammy admin, a unique identifier for the server PC is assigned only once (at the first start).

In the future, it does not change.

This will allow you to quickly remember it and not have any problems with its introduction on the client side in the future.

Also, users have the opportunity to independently set their own identifier on the network.

The program itself is paid, however, if you do not need to use it for commercial purposes, you can download the LiteManager Free version.

It is free and its work is limited only by the filter that determines the possible commercial connection.

The application provides a large number of modes for connecting two PCs, namely:

1. Remote access;
2. Data transfer;
3. Chat organization mode;
4. Ability to access the registers of two PCs;
5. Task Manager.

The program also provides the function of recording a screen in real time, inventory options and installing programs on a client PC using a server.

Among the shortcomings of the program, it is possible to note its absence on mobile operating systems. Access to the BIOS of a remote computer.

The utility cannot set up a connection without specifying the IP address of the server PC, that is, connection by ID is not possible.

Everything modern applications to work with remote access differ fast work and user-friendly interface.

Choose suitable way connection, based on whether it will be regular or one-time.

Thematic videos:

Since our site is designed for average users, there was some disagreement within the team about the usefulness of this article. Usually, such material is presented for more experienced users, at least those who know Windows OS well enough.

On the other hand, where to go for a novice user who only vaguely knows what RDP, TCP, UDP are? But do you really want to know? Again, does the average user need this? Maybe one simple program is enough for him?

Difficult situation.

Explain in one article what is remote access to a computer via the Internet, but so as not to frighten off the visitor.

We decided to experiment. Tell about the difficult things as easily as possible. We will be guided by your comments.

What is this article about?

This article will tell you about two types remote connection, will briefly talk about what is ID... Tells about programs Remote access and Remote desktop... We will also try to configure our computer in order to gain remote access to it without using third-party programs. Difficult terms in the article are highlighted in brown, and provided with explanations in the form of tooltips.

Remote access concept

Remote access to a computer via the Internet are called operating system tools, or third party program that allow you to get visual or file access to a computer located at a remote distance, but at the same time connected to the Internet.

How is the target computer identified on the Internet?

Conventionally, all remote access programs, according to the type of connection, can be divided into two groups:

• Using ID
• Using IP addresses and domain names

Remote access programs using ID

Of great interest are programs using ID(unique identificator). Receiving method ID something like this: when the remote access program is launched on the computer to which you are planning to connect, it sends a request to its server through which the connection will occur.

Having received this data, the server generates for the computer unique identification number — ID... This number is assigned to the computer. In the screenshot below, it is highlighted in red.

Knowing this identification number and password, you can connect to a computer from anywhere in the world with this ID.

It remains unchanged until the hardware is replaced or the OS is reinstalled.

So the use of such programs is very convenient. When changing the Internet provider, city, and even country, at your computer ID Will not change.

Lack of programs using ID one - they are paid or shareware. Condition - you must not use the program for commercial purposes.

An example of programs using ID- TeamViewer, Ammy Admin. But the list is not limited to these two. They are just the most popular and always heard by users.

We will not spend a lot of time on these programs, since their interface is simple and allows you to study the program in 5-10 minutes. In the future, we may consider each of them.

You won't have any problems with these programs. Use it to your health without overusing it. If TeamViewer will connect to a large number of ID- sooner or later, the communication session will be limited to five minutes.

Remote access programs using an IP address or domain name

With this category, things are a little more complicated. They need a static ip or domain name. Connection by IP address, this is the classic connection type. It does not provide such flexibility in the location of the computer and is most often used in "office space".

In order to use it, you need to do the following.

Fixed IP or domain connection.

You need to connect with your provider additional service — Fixed ip address ... This service is provided by many providers, including mobile ones. This service will assign your home network external ip-address of the format 123.123.123.123

It is this address that will allow you to find your computer from outside.

An alternative to a fixed ip-address can be the service DynDNS... When registering, you will be given an individual domain, for example:

neoshibka.dyn.com

Next, you simply install a program on your computer that, when turned on, will track your current ip-address and send it to the server DynDNS which in turn will match your current dynamic ip address , with address yourlogin.dyn.com

Thus, no matter where you are, no matter what provider you use, no matter how often your "IP address" changes - the address of your computer - yourlogin.dyn.com

We will not presume to argue, but getting a fixed ip-address from the provider is somewhat easier and cheaper than using DynDNS... For example, at the time of this writing, the cost of a dedicated IP address was only RUB 20. / month

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Opening a port to a target - a remote computer.

Even now, knowing our ip-address or assigned to us DynDNS domain, we can hardly connect to the computer - the firewall will not let us through. Most likely port 3389 used by the program Remote Desktop which we will tame in this article will be closed. For everything to work as it should, we will have to open it and redirect it to required computer online.

Hard? Not at all. Let's try to figure it out in practice.

Remote access to a computer over the Internet using Remote Desktop

So, first what we did was get a fixed ip-address from our provider. Let's remember, write it down, sketch it.

Second... Let's find out intranet ip address our computer. To do this, we will go along the following path: Network and Sharing Center => Connect by local network=> Details
As you can see in the screenshot, the address of our computer is inside the network 192.168.1.102

The third the point will be the opening of the port 3389 to the above address. To do this, let's go to the router. In our case it is ADSL modem TP-LINK... We will show everything using his example. There is nothing you can do about it, but you cannot do without instructions if you do not know how to configure the modem yourself.

In our case, we go through Google chrome by the address 192.168.1.1 and under the combination admin / admin... We get to the information page.

Go to Advanced Setup => NAT => Virtual Servers and press the button (add).

Here you can choose ready-made services or create your own.

We will create our own and name it Udalenka, but the name can be absolutely anything. We register the local address of the computer, the one that we spied earlier. In the table, we register the port everywhere 3389 and choose the protocol TCP / UDP... We do all this based on a standard Windows application. Remote Desktop... For other programs, the ports may be different. A good list of applications and the ports they use is provided. (What we are studying can even be useful for games).

If, for example, you want to use not Remote Desktop and advanced RAdmin, then you will have to register a different port for it: 4899 .

Press the button to save.

Item fourth, we will run on the computer we are going to control - Terminal Server Service... It is worth clarifying something here.

Using the method described below is not recommended from the point of view of license purity if you will be doing this in the organization where you work. Not sure about Windows 10 but in Windows XP - 7, the license was not violated if only one user connected to the computer.

We do all this for informational purposes and in order to learn the principles of remote access to a computer via the Internet.

So here's to run on a computer Terminal Server Service... In Windows XP, this was done simply - We went to Administration — Services and Applications — Services found it and just turned it on. This made it possible for one user to connect to a computer. In this case, the user who was sitting locally was disconnected.

In Windows 10, we need to do it a little differently. We need a special patch. You can download it from here. This patch will allow you to run on the system Windows 10 terminal service.

Recently, search engines google systems and Yandex began to consider this file as a viral threat. In fact, the file has been on the site for two years and has never been considered malware by any scanner. However, now the file is stored outside of nonOshibka.Ru - you download it at your own peril and risk.

Unpack the downloaded file to any location. For example on Desktop... Run as Administrator file install.bat

A successful result will be reported by a black window command line with the following content:

The fifth In this paragraph, we will set a password for our user, and also add it to the group.

To do this, on the icon Computer and right-click on the item Control.

In the window that opens, on the left side of it, we need to expand the list Local users and groups, highlight the sub-item Users.

In the list of users, you need to find yourself and right-click.

Enter the password twice, press and the system will confirm that the password has been set.

Now we need to add our user to the group Remote Desktop Users.

To do this:

Right click on the user - Properties.

In the window that opens, go to the tab Group memberships and press the button <Добавить…>

Next, do everything in the same order as in the screenshot:

As a result of the work done - Remote Desktop Users should appear in the general list of groups to which the user belongs.

We would like to draw your attention to the following. The above describes how to assign a password to your user. But it's better to create a new one and already join it to the groups. Otherwise, it may turn out that you will lose some data. For example, we logged out wherever possible. I had to drive in all the passwords again.

Let's check if we managed to get remote access to the computer via the Internet using Remote Desktop.

We leave for another computer, we go to START menu => All programs => Accessories and run the program Remote Desktop Connection.

Enter in the window that appears the ip-address assigned to us earlier by the provider, press the button <Подключить> .

If we did everything that we did before correctly, then they will almost immediately ask us Name and Password user on Remote machine... Enter them and don't forget to check the box to remember your credentials.

And the last "security touch" will be checking the certificate of the Remote Machine. Here, too, you need to agree with everything. And check the box too.

That's all. If everything works as it should, you can climb in the settings of the Remote Desktop program. Here you can turn on / off the sound, change the picture quality, connect local resources to the remote machine.