The improvement of communications, among other things, has made it easier for human beings to have greater technological mobility. This means that we can move anywhere without losing contact with the computers and mobile devices that we usually use, and all thanks to tools such as TeamViewer. What is its function? Exercise program that allows us to operate a computer remotely representing one of the best alternatives for other remote control apps (VNC, LogMeIn, Radmin …) and easy access.
Remote connection between devices for any need
It is true that its characteristics are based on remote and online control of other machines. However, the product has been developed with the professional needs of many users in mind, so that its functions have been extended to aspects such as online meetings or videoconferences, delving into collaborative work.
Share and control desktops remotely, hold online meetings, set up video conferences, transfer files …
The main benefits of one of the reference programs when it comes to establishing remote connections with other computers are as follows:
- Establishing VNC connections for remote control of computers.
- Transfer of files and folders between devices.
- Mass implementation of Android Host for users who handle many Android mobile devices.
- Function of chat.
- Simplified connection to Linux systems without a monitor.
- Simple installation: no configuration problems firewalls O routers.
- Encrypted channels to secure communications through 1024-bit RSA keys and 256-bit AES encryption.
- Screen capture function and screencast for video recording.
- Compatible with connections to other operating systems: Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS and Windows Phone.
It does not matter if you have downloaded the APK on an Android or you use Apple’s macOS: from the PC you can also connect with those devices.
Each of the different previous versions have provided improvements both in the usability and stability of the program and in security, a capital aspect in these times.
Where can it be useful?
The situations in which this program can provide us with great service are varied and common.: provide internal technical support in a company or external clients, work with two computers simultaneously, hold meetings and collaborations, work from home, connect to the PC from a mobile phone …
A much more functional solution than transferring with USB sticks or with storage services in the cloud.
TeamViewer Premium: what are its benefits?
This desktop program can be downloaded, installed and used for free but it also offers us different payment plans in case we don’t have enough with the free and most basic version of the software. Among them, its edition stands out Premium that for a small fee (payable once and valid for life), allows us to access additional functions such as:
- Up to 50 users with a custom login with the same license.
- Be able to assign and manage up to 400 different devices.
- Connection to mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.
- Online meetings with up to 15 participants.
- Unlimited access to TeamViewer Portable and use of browser-based connections.
- Personalization of the software with the corporate image of your brand.
- User connection reports.
What requirements are necessary to use TeamViewer, how does it work and how much does it cost?
The requirements are as simple as having an active Internet connection. With the program installed on both devices, generates an identification number that is used to establish the connection between them. And the price? That is one of its great assets, that you can use it for free if it is not for commercial or professional purposes.
In addition, it will not be difficult for you to find guides and tutorials to use the program that explain everything, from what ports do you use how to know what the ID is for the configuration, etc.
What’s new in the latest version
- Instant image-to-text recognition for augmented reality sessions.