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Acccess Your Work Computer Remotely

From Catherine Roseberry, About.com GuideFebruary 14, 2009

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Guide Tips - While working on the road there is nothing more frustrating than realizing an important file you need is on your computer in the office. Getting a co-worker to email you the document may not be possible and going without the file is just not going to work either.

Using a remote access solution you can easily (that is the goal) get the file you need and continue working - no matter where you happen to be. There are a lot of remote access solutions and you have to carefully take into consideration what they offer and how they can make your life on the road easier and productive.

Are you ready for a remote access solution and want to know what you have to consider first? Learn more about how you can access your work computer remotely and work well from anywhere.

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February 16, 2009 at 3:31 pm
(1) Joel :

A key element to consider when setting up remote access is authentication — it’s absolutely essential that you use 2-Factor authentication. Without it, all the encryption and user account protections in the world won’t help you — if something is protected only by a password, then it can be compromised without detection simply by stealing/guessing/buying/finding that password. SafeTelework.com is a great example of a remote access service that has 2-factor authentication built in. Other systems can be secured by products from RSA or Entrust. Whatever you do, don’t just rely on a password. It’s just too easy to compromise.

February 24, 2009 at 4:51 am
(2) abby :

may be you can also have a Mobile Computers which may give you more convenience.

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