What are Remote Access Software Programs?
Typically, a computer user needs to install software to make the remote connection work properly. However, the beauty of Microsoft-based computers is that most of the computers using the Windows XP Professional Edition (not home Edition), Vista or Windows 7, Windows 2000 Server, Windows 2003 Server and Windows 2008 Server based operating systems already have the Remote Desktop Connection (RTC) software built in, previously known as “Terminal Services.” Older versions such as Windows 95 or Windows 2000 can use the remote access software but it must be installed manually from the operating system installation disk. Additionally, the RTC software exists and can be installed by anyone using a Mac, Linux or UNIX based computer to connect to any pre-configured Windows based computer. Another option includes the Remote Web Connection which is enabled using an Active X control. This control allows a host computer (with the remote software installed) to connect to a client computer (where the r