Team Viewer is a remote automation utility that will allow you to easily share desktop and transfer files over the Internet. You can remote control partners desktop to give online assistance, or you can show your screen to a customer – all without worrying about firewalls, IP addresses and NAT.

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Recently, I came across a neat little application called Cross Loop. This free application provides me with a couple of great options as it provides very simple to use desktop sharing. I have now used it both for training purposes and to gain access to clients machines to help with email set up and other minor problems they run into from time to time.

CrossLoop is a free secure screen sharing utility that enables you to see the screen and control the mouse and keyboard on a remote computer. It is designed for people of all technical skill levels to enable non-technical users to get connected from anywhere on the Internet in seconds without changing any firewall or router settings.

CrossLoop is powered by the proprietary CrossLoop VIP Tunnel, a secure peer-to-peer data transmission system. CrossLoop encrypts all files and messages exchanged on our network to ensure user privacy. Only you and your invited friends or family can view or share control of your computer. (more…)