Top Five Things To Do With Remote Control Software

We all have our reasons to remote control our computers. Here's our top five list:

1. Remote IT support.

It happens. Someone calls you asking you to "fix the Windows" again. And trying to tell an inexperienced person how to open the Control Panel over the phone can be really difficult. Remote control software can get everything done in about 30 seconds.

2. Emergency file access

You're at work about to give a big presentation. Then the whole NAS network goes down. Great, there goes your PowerPoint file. But then you remember you had a copy on your computer at home. All you have to is fire up a portable version of your remote control software, connect to your computer, open up a web browser, and just email it to yourself. Problem solved.

3. Web filter bypass

This is an easy one. If you need to access a blocked website (we all have our reasons), just remote control your computer. Then open up a web browser on the client and you have unrestricted web access (and unmonitored in most situations). If you do this a lot, I recommend taking a look at bitflush.com. For more information about BitFlush, read here: http://allstuffnerdy.blogspot.com/2014/02/bitflush-do-everything-online-securely.html.

4. Multitasking

For this one you will need more than two computers. If you have a bunch of older single core computers (like me), then just fire up RC software on all of them. Then on one computer you can alt-tab between the connections to all of the computers. Giving you a "multi core" computer.

5. Pranks

We've probably all done this at some point in one way or another. Of course you can stick a wireless mouse adapter in the back of a co-workers computer and make a run for it. But RC software makes it easy to do it from a safe distance.

So let us know in the comments, what is the funniest prank you have ever pulled involving a computer? Drop your response in the comments below.

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CPUID CPU-Z - System Stat Checker

Have you ever needed to check how much memory you have? Or how about seeing if your PC meets the minimum system requirements of a new game? But the thought of opening up your computer sends chills down your spine. Or possibly you don't have enough time. CPU-Z is here to help. CPU-Z is a tool designed to show all of your system information at a glance. It can show CPU clock speed, CPU family, power usage, APCI functions, DMI connections, and a whole lot more. And the best part is it offers an easy way to export everything as a HTML or TXT file. And the export function is easy for non-techy users to find. So now you can pull someones stats remotely when they call again about the "Windows not working". You can download the installer here: http://www.cpuid.com/downloads/cpu-z/1.69-setup-en.exe. And you can download a portable version that can run from a flash drive (requires that PortableApps is already installed on the flash drive). Get it here: http://portableapps.com/apps/utilities/cpu-z-portable.

So leave a comment below, what is the most difficult situation you have ever been in with someone else's computer? Drop your response in the comments below.

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boxaid.com-Computer repair without going anywhere

Do you hate the Geek Squad? Possibly from their outrageous prices, or the fact you have to haul your broken electronic all the way to your nearest Best Buy (or have some stranger come in your home). I have found a great alternative: how about a tech support where a trustworthy tech rep will remote control your computer and have it fixed in no time. No need to stand in a line or monitor a stranger in your house. And if you don't like the idea of someone controlling your computer, there is a mechanism in the software you can use to stop the remote control session at any time. If they can't fix it (not very likely), you don't have to pay anything. One awesome service that they offer is assistance backing up your computer. I RARELY see that service from a computer repair company. Another neat thing is that they don't make you sign up for anything before you talk to a rep. Now you don't have to be bothered with those sketchy emails that "magically" appear in your inbox after you register. And to top it all off, you can pay for their service with any credit/debit card and PayPal. Besides Home Depot, I have never seen a professional buisness accept PayPal before. In case you haven't used PayPal before, when you check out instead of having to enter a million numbers you enter your email address associated with your Paypal account. Easy, isn't it? So do yourself a favor and write down http://boxaid.com or 855.BOX.HELP on a post-it note and stick it to your monitor. You should at least write down the phone number, because how are you going to visit their website when your Internet is down? And if you are the "Tech Superman" in your neighborhood and you are getting annoyed when literally everyone is asking you for help, save yourself a headache down the road and leave boxaid.com on the clients computer. Have Fun!

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Unite a wii remote and your PC

No, that is not a typo, it is possible to pair your wii remote and your computer. Here's what you need:
1. A USB or integrated Bluetooth adapter
2. A computer running Linux, if you run windows or Mac os x, google it.
3. A wii remote (I have links for a wii fit board at the end)
4. Super user powers for your Linux account (aka, ability to enter sudo in a terminal with the correct password)

One quick note, as long as you keep your wii turned off while you do this, your wii remote should be able to instantly reconnect to your wii without issues. And once again, as the author of this article, I assume no responsibility for damage to your property, blah blah blah...

Let's get started! First, open a terminal or package manager and type sudo apt-get install lswm wmgui wminput
Or in package manager, just search for the words (one at a time) after install. After you do so, it will ask for your password if you are root or admin. if you are not root or admin, log into one or become one or else this won't work!
After it finishes installing, FULLY restart your computer (no hibernating, sleeping, or software reset). Then go to a terminal and type sudo modprobe uinput. Then press 1 and 2 on the wii remote and quickly type lswm. Then type wminput, space, and then the long number it gave you when you entered lswm (yes, you DO have to type everything). Press enter for the wminput quickly after you press 1 and 2 on the wii remote again. Now tilt your wii remote and watch the cursor move. You can do anything now (except DO NOT close the terminal window). Have fun! (if you want IR capabilities or wii fit board connections, google it, lots of people can explain it a lot better than me). Post in the comments below what YOU did. I want to see your creativity!