Re: questions/clarification

[Frank B. <fb...@sy...>]

Jeff Cooper wrote:
>   I read the installation instructions and I have a couple of questions, 
> or rather I need clarification regarding TightVNC.
> 
> 1. I assume that if the software is installed on the 'host' machine, the 
> software will be installed on the 'viewing' machine as well.
> 
> 2. Can this software be accessible over the internet? Can the viewer log 
> in from an off-site remote location to the host?
> 
> I am trying to find a free solution that will allow us to connect to a 
> PC that happens to operate on xp home edition.



1.  Yes, host requires software installation.  Viewer depends on OS. 
vncviewer on Windows in simply an exe file; just run it.  No install 
necessary.

2.  This question is asked VERY often; the router between host system 
and internet must be configured to allow remote access.  It is 
recommended that an encrypted tunnel be setup first (then run VNC over 
through the tunnel.  It is recommended NOT to use VNC only (security 
issues).  Check the archives for LOTS of discussion on this issue.  If 
the viewing machine is also Windows; search archives for PuTTY.  This 
setup is MUCH easier when viewing system is Linux.