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Many companies are turning toward telecommuting applications in order to avoid the commuting and tying up expensive office space.  Telecommuting is a term referred to people working from home and remoting into their office PCs.  Its like you are sitting right at your desk. There are a number of different applications available, however Remote Desktop is by far the most popular.

 

Remote Desktop, included with Windows enables you to connect to your computer across the Internet from virtually any other internet enabled PC. Once connected, Remote Desktop gives mouse and keyboard control over your remote computer. With Remote Desktop, you can leave your computer at the office without losing access to your files, applications, and e-mail. Your sales force will be able to access the latest pricing sheet from on the road by using Remote Desktop in Windows.

 

Remote Desktop requires the following:

Windows (Professional or Business Edition) installed on whichever computer you plan to operate remotely. This computer is known as the host. This computer must be connected to a broadband internet connection and be physically powered on.

 

For more information on Remote Desktop or other third party tools telecommunication tools or if you would like to make an appointment to have Remote Desktop configured properly so you can work remotely - please call the Benson & Associates at 1-877-247-1664.