The I’m InTouch remote access software was featured in an article on the Smarter Gadgets Blog about fantastic tools for remote printing. The article mentioned that I’m InTouch “not only provides a good remote printing feature, but it also provides full access to the desktop of any computer that is configured with the software.” Try out I’m InTouch for yourself for free.
The new version 7.2 of the I’m InTouch remote access software has been released. Major new features in this version include full support for the new Windows 7 operating system along with 256-bit SSL encryption (improved from 128-bit). I’m InTouch 7.2 also includes remote access enhancements allowing you to take control of your remote desktop even faster along with improvements to the chat and whiteboard features.
Current I’m InTouch subscribers can upgrade for free by right-clicking the I’m InTouch satellite in your system tray and clicking “Run update now.” New users can try I’m InTouch 7.2 free for 30 days.
One of the great benefits of the I’m InTouch remote access software is that you no longer need to physically travel to the office from home, or vice-versa, just because you need something from your computer. Instead, simply remotely access your distant PC from your home or office computer to run the needed program, transfer the file, or check your email. Damien Moore, a Vice President at a real estate management asset company does just this:
“01 has literally transformed the way I do my after hours work. No more file duplication and no more driving back to work to complete assignments after the kids go to bed. Accessing my office computer screen as if I am actually there saves an incalculable amount of road time and work stress.”
Try out I’m InTouch remote access for yourself for free here.
I’m InTouch remote access software is fully compatible with all the latest Internet security software but you may need to make a few quick one-time changes to your settings. Click the following links for detailed instructions for using the latest security software with I’m InTouch:
Trend Micro Internet Security 2010
F-Secure Internet Security 2010 Configuration Guidelines
View instructions for more Internet security solutions here.
While there has been a lot of focus on how large organizations should be preparing for a possible swine flu/H1N1 pandemic, there has not much attention regarding the steps small to medium-sized business (SMBs) should be taking. It is interesting since one could make the argument that SMBs can least afford to not have their employees in the office. While larger organizations may have some redundancy when it comes to personnel, this might not be the case at a smaller organization. So how can a SMB maintain business producitvity when employees can not make it to the office?
One cost effective and simple answer is to deploy a remote access solution like I’m InTouch Premium on all your employees workstations ahead of time. In the event of a disaster that keeps them from making it to the office, your employees can remotely take control of their workstations and be just as productive as if they were physically in the office. Everything they would normally use their computers for can be accomplished from their PC at home.
For the administrator, I’m InTouch Premium allows complete management of all computers with the software installed from a central admin web page. Administrators can add and remove users, purchase licenses, access a computer on the network with a single click, and more.
Learn more about I’m InTouch Premium remote access software.
While remote access software is most commonly thought of as a business solution to allow employees to work from outside the office, it also has many applications for home use as well. For the majority of people, their home PC is now an integral part of their lives from keeping track of finances and budgets, contact information, email and schedules, to storing music, videos and pictures. Being able to have instant access to all this information from anywhere can be very beneficial and a remote access solution like I’m InTouch is an easy way to accomplish this.
Even as mobile phones have become computers and laptops as lightweight as mobile phones, it is much safer to keep all your information securely in one central location like a desktop PC. Your digital data is too valuable and important to leave on a device that can be easily lost or stolen. Imagine losing your cell phone and losing all your contact information with it. Or losing a laptop and having your financial information fall into the wrong hands.
With I’m InTouch remote access, anytime you need something from your home PC, just login from any web browser on any computer or device for fast access from anywhere in the world.
Summer is quickly flying by and September is just around the corner which means it is time to start thinking about back to school shopping. While pencils, pens, binders, and notebooks are likely on your shopping list, one item you should add is I’m InTouch remote access software.
How many times have you been driving your children to work only to have one of them suddenly remember that they forgot to print off their report before leaving the house? Instead of turning the car around and rushing home causing everybody to be late, simply install the I’m InTouch remote access software on everybody’s computer and they can remotely print all their files from school.
Imagine being able to have all the power of your desktop computer in the palm of your hand. No longer having to make any sacrifices or be forced to carry around a cumbersome laptop that is always in danger of being lost or stolen. With the I’m InTouch remote access software, you can stop dreaming and start working using your Pocket PC mobile device to remotely control your computer. Run all the programs on your desktop PC using your Pocket PC to stay productive no matter where you are.
I'm InTouch's Pocket PC Remote Control
An additional bonus is that you no longer have to worry about your information being dispersed among multiple devices. All your data stays securely on your home computer so you always know where to find it.
Learn more about I’m InTouch’s Pocket PC Remote Control.
The TV show Get Connected featured the I’m InTouch remote access software in late 2007. The show is a bit old but it does provide an excellent demonstration of the software in action. The segment is just over 3 minutes long which is proof that taking PC remote control using I’m InTouch is really, really fast. You can view the video here.
A software as a service (SaaS) solution, such as the I’m InTouch remote access software, offers many advantages for businesses compared to a standard VPN solution. A few of the benefits are discussed below:
Costs
With a SaaS solution like I’m InTouch, the only cost you will need to absorb is an annual license fee for each computer you want to provide remote access capabilities to. With I’m InTouch this will generally be around $100 per license annually.
A VPN solution will generally force you to spend a lot more. There are the initial setup costs of purchasing the hardware and hiring someone to install and configure the VPN. Then there are the costs of maintaining the VPN which can include Server electricity costs, replacing server hardware as it breaks down, and the IT personel required to do the maintaining.
Bottom Line: A SaaS like I’m InTouch provides cost savings and certaincy.
Administration
With SaaS remote access solutions like I’m InTouch, the Administrator has full access and control from a central webpage. By logging in to their Administrator page, the IT manager can easily view and access any computer with the remote access software installed, even if the computer is not on the same network. This makes managing multiple computers incredibly easy and efficient, even if you do not have a technical background.
On the other hand, with a VPN, it is incredibly difficult to manage and administer all your computers. You will probably not have any central administration controls and will thus need to manually keep track of each PC’s information.
Bottom Line: SaaS provides you with central control of your remote access network while VPNs do not
Security
With a Saas solution, you can be completely confidant that your information will stay confidential and that no viruses will be able to infect your machines due to a PC remote control session. With SaaS solutions like I’m InTouch, the remote user is only presented with a replication of their desktop screen, none of the actual files are transfered to the remote computer (unless the user specifically transfers a file). It is almost as if the monitor sitting on the users desk at the office was moved to whereever they were but the computer itself was still in the office.
With a VPN, spyware, malware, and viruses may be able to infect the office workstation during the remote session since it is probably not a screen sharing technology being used.
Bottom Line: SaaS provides increased security since your data is never exposed to harmful threats that could be residing on the remote computer.
Try out the I’m InTouch Premium remote access solution and experience the difference for yourself.
