RemotePC
| Developer(s) | IDrive Inc.. |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 7.6.45
/ 20 April 2021[1] |
| Operating system | Windows Linux OS X Android iOS |
| Type | Remote desktop software |
| License | Proprietary |
| Website | www |
RemotePC is a remote access and remote control software application, developed and owned by IDrive Inc., a software company based in Calabasas, California, United States.[2][3] Its core function is in enabling remote access and maintenance to computers and other devices. The first version of the software was released in early 2017.[4]
Overview[edit]
RemotePC software was created by the team of IDrive Inc., a private technology company based in Calabasas, California.[5] The app was specifically developed for remote communication and control functions, including text chat, voice, RemotePC Meeting, interactive annotation and more.[6]
Remote PC software has been discussed and cited in the technology reviews and by the multiple industry outlets such as Software Advice,[7] Capterra,[3] GetApp (Gartner's subsidiary),[2] TechRadar[8] and PCMag,[9] among others.[6][10][11][12] The application's use accelerated in 2020 and 2021 as the demand for remote work, learning and communication grew during the COVID-19 pandemic.[13][14][15]
Technology and functionality[edit]
The app's technology uses TLS v 1.2/AES-256 encryption AES-256 for exchanging data between devices and is compliant with HIPAA and GDPR protocols.[8] It doesn't require any special software for installation and can be accessed directly via the web.[3][16] According to the GitHub stats, the first version of the RemotePC software was released in January 2017. The application is written in Python (85.9%), HTML (13.1%) and CSS (1%).[4] RemotePC is compatible with PCs and Macs and Linux systems, and has mobile applications for iOS and Android devices.[17][18] Its main functions include RemotePC Consumer and SoHo, RemotePC Team, RemotePC Enterprise, RemotePC HelpDesk, RemotePC Meeting and RemotePC ScreenShare.[6][19]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "Latest release date and version". Remote PC.
- ^ a b "RemotePC overview". GetApp.
- ^ a b c "RemotePC Reviews". Capterra.
- ^ a b "RemotePC". GitHub website. 17 January 2017.
- ^ "About RemotePC". Corporate website.
- ^ a b c "RemotePC functions and review by Skye Schooley (Staff writer)". Business.com.
- ^ "RemotePC Software". Software Advice.
- ^ a b "Best remote desktop software of 2021: Paid and free choices for businesses". TechRadar.
- ^ "RemotePC". PCMag. 19 April 2018.
- ^ "A Full Review of RemotePC, a Remote Access/Desktop Program". LifeWire.
- ^ "How to set up and use RemotePC". TechRadar Pro.
- ^ "Remote PC Access Software: Our Top Picks for Small Businesses". Business News Daily.
- ^ "Remote PC Instructions". Wenatchee Valley College.
- ^ "RemotePC Support". RemotePC.
- ^ "RemotePC Enhances Performance Across the Board for Remote Access". PRNewsWire.
- ^ "The best remote desktop software for 2021". Digital Trends. 14 January 2021.
- ^ "RemotePC Remote Desktop (IDrive Incorporated)". AppStore.
- ^ "RemotePC Viewer". Google Play Apps.
- ^ "RemotePC bolsters offerings to improve remote access". ITPro.