Facilities remote control allow use your computer remotely, taking full control of your system, wherever you are... However, it has never been easier to do it than it is now thanks to Chrome Remote Desktop.
This is an extension for Google chrome saves you from settings and offers direct and unlimited computer access. Use your PC as if you are sitting right in front of it. It also allows other users to control your desktop.
How to use
After installing the extension, its icon will appear on the Chrome applications page. To use it, you must accept extended permissions. Then choose between these two parameters:
- Remote Assistance: it is the perfect choice for remote access to another user's computer, for example, to provide technical assistance or to have another user gain access to your computer.
- My computers: Choose this option if you want to control your computers remotely.
After selecting the appropriate option Chrome Remote Desktop generates a PIN that you must share with another user(if this is the person who will gain access to your PC) or vice versa (if you want to get remote access to his computer).
Use your computer from anywhere? What are you waiting for, download the Remote Desktop extension for Chrome now?
There are a lot of programs that provide access to a remote desktop, but you can connect to your personal computer, which may be far enough from the owner, using one browser. To do this, you need to download the chrome remote desktop.
Program features
First, you need to decide why and who needs the ability to remotely connect to another computer. This is where it comes in handy this utility... The need to organize access remotely appears when a person needs to get advice on the operation of any web application or program, whose working interface is open in currently on your desktop. Or the person himself is a representative of the service technical support and you need to give advice on the supported product.
Access to the computer may be needed even if the person is far from him. In order not to burden yourself with installing additional applications, you can simply open the Chrome web browser and download the remote desktop application and open all access rights.
To this end, one more condition should be fulfilled - to be authorized in your Google account. After that, they choose the version of the application that is needed at the moment.
Depending on the requirements of the person who is sitting at the computer (he must also work in Chrome with the remote desktop extension and under his account), click on the start of work, and then open access.
The program will generate a key, you need to click on "get access" and enter it. After that, the remote desktop image will appear in the monitor browser. It is here that you can make fine settings if you click on the drop-down menu located at the top of the browser.
This method of administering an outsider personal computer will only work with the code that was received for this session. If the current session is closed, then the key is received again.
For settings permanent connection to the PC, click on Get Started, and then allow remote access. Invented code is entered into a special interface. On the remote computer, open Chrome and enter google account.
In the standard sidebar, click on the image of the remote administration application. The computer that was previously available for work will appear in the lists. To start working with it, enter a special code.
If you load the chrome remote desktop, you can successfully work with remote computers.
Chrome Remote Desktop Beta allows you to remotely access another computer using the Google Chrome browser. You can also use this program to give another person remote access to your computer. It will come in handy when you need help solving a computer problem, but the person who can help is not around.
Last but not least, the functions of this program can be used in order to gain remote access to your own computers.
Add Chrome Remote Desktop
After adding the program, a new tab will open and the program icon will appear in the Programs section of the page. If you are using a Chrome device, you can find the program in the list of programs.
The first time you open Chrome Remote Desktop, you need to confirm it to be able to do the following:
- Viewing your email;
- View computers registered with Chrome Remote Desktop;
- Receiving and sending chat messages (in this way two computers "communicate" with each other).
Providing access to a computer
As soon as the access code is entered, the session will begin general access and your friend will be able to see your computer screen. You can end your session at any time by clicking Revoke access or using the combination Ctrl keys+ Alt + Esc (Mac: Opt - Ctrl - Esc).
When you use this program to give access to your computer to another person, that person has complete control over the computer, in particular, may have access to programs, e-mail, files, documents and history. So be careful.
Connecting to a remote computer
The user who gave you access to the computer will see your email address.
Resolving Sharing Issues
Check your internet connection
To share a computer or access another computer, both computers must be connected to the Internet.
To test your internet connection, open new tab in Chrome and try opening any website. If the page does not open, check your computer's network settings.
Check your firewall settings
The computer's firewall can be configured in such a way that prevents the program from working properly. Make sure your firewall allows outbound UDP traffic and inbound UDP responses, and traffic on TCP ports 443 (HTTPS) and 5222 (XMPP).
Check your NAT traversal policy
If your computer is connected to corporate network, check if your company's network security rules allow access to external services that use peer-to-peer (P2P) connections (aka NAT Traversal Policy). If not, you will not be able to use the program Remote control Chrome.
This limitation applies if you and the other computer are not connected to the same corporate network. Contact your company's network administrator to find out more.
Check which version of Chrome you are using
Make sure you are using latest version Chrome browser or Chrome OS.
Check for error messages
If the sharing session fails, you might receive an error message.
| Error message | Where does it appear | Description |
|---|---|---|
| The access code is not valid. Try again. | This message appears in the following cases.
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| Plugin is missing or out of date. Make sure to use the latest Chrome version, and try again. | The computer that accesses shared computer(Customer) | Error loading program plugin. Make sure you are using the latest version of Chrome browser or Chrome OS and try setting up your session again. |
| Authentication error. Exit Chrome Remote Control and try again. | The computer that accesses the shared computer (Client) | Sign out of your Google Account by clicking the link in the upper left corner of the Chrome Remote Control screen, and then sign in again. Now try setting up your session again. |
| An unknown error has occurred. Exit Chrome Remote Control and try again. | See the troubleshooting instructions in this section, and then try setting up your session again. | |
| Failed to get a response from the server. or There was a problem accessing the server. Try again. |
A computer that accesses a shared computer (Client), or a computer that is accessed ( Main computer) | The problem might be caused by your internet connection. Check your network settings and try setting up your session again. |
Known Issues
The following are some of the reported issues with Chrome Remote Desktop. The status of each issue is shown to the right of each issue.
| Problem | Status |
|---|---|
| You cannot connect to a shared computer using the passcode provided to you. But for a long time, the message is displayed Access code check. | This is most often due to a firewall or NAT traversal issue. See the Troubleshooting section above for firewall tips. |
| You cannot see additional monitors connected to the shared computer. There is no way to switch from one monitor to another. | The ability to view multiple monitors is currently not supported. This is a known beta limitation. |
| You cannot hear sound from a shared computer. | This is a known beta limitation. |
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Chrome Remote Desktop will make your PC accessible from almost any device: iPhone, iPad Smartphone and a tablet for Android or a computer on Windows based, Linux and Mac OS. I will tell you how to install it, configure it and create a connection later. All operations will take you no more than 5-7 minutes.
Requirements and Installation
Three things are enough to start using Chrome Remote Desktop:
- Google Chrome browser with the extension in question. Or separate application(the latter are used on mobile gadgets and Linux and OS X computers).
- Google account. Most likely, you already have it. If not, turn it on.
- Access to the World Wide Web.
Install the extension (application) "Chrome Remote Desktop" on both devices - the one to which you will connect and the one through which you will control.
To install the extension to the Google Chrome browser, go to the Chrome store and click “ Install". You will have it in a minute or two.
To start, open the applications section in the browser and click the shortcut “ Remote Desktop».
Next, the program will ask you to enter account Google and grant permission to access your data.
After clicking " Allow»The main window will open:
It has two sections:
- « Remote support", Which contains the functions of providing external access to this PC and connecting to another.
- « My computers», Which shows a list of devices to which you can connect.
Making connections
Allowing access to another user
The program will download and install the Remote Desktop Host add-on. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
When the add-on is installed, a window with a 12-digit numeric code will open. Provide this code to the user so that he can establish a connection with your machine. The code is generated for only one session.
Configuring permission for yourself (connecting from your other device to this PC)
In chapter " My computers»Click« Allow remote connections "(Marked with number 3 in the screenshot above). In the window that appears next, set the pin code to protect the system from unauthorized entry.
The application will then notify you that connections to this PC are allowed.
So that you can establish connections without the help of other people, go to the power settings of the machine and turn off the sleep mode when there is no activity.
Connecting your device to someone else's PC
Expand the section " Remote support" and press " Access". Type in the code you received from the user of the machine you want to control. Click " Connect».
The remote PC screen will appear in a separate scalable window.
To restart the session, click the "hamburger" button (3 horizontal stripes) on the top panel on the left and select from the menu " New window».
To break the connection, click the button next to the hamburger. It is highlighted with a frame in the screenshot above.
Connect to your PC
In chapter " My computers»A list of PCs to which you have configured external access permission is displayed. To communicate with any of them, click on the name of the machine in the list and enter the predefined pin code. Click " Connect».
Machines that do not have Internet access or are turned off are grayed out in the My Computers section.
What to do if the connection fails
There are not many reasons why communication problems arise. This is most often to blame for incorrect firewall (firewall) settings. Make sure it allows inbound and outbound UDP connections and does not block TCP ports 443 and 5222.
If everything is in order with the firewall settings, try updating the Google Chrome browser on both devices (control and managed), after which reinstall the "Remote Desktop". This is usually enough to fix the problem 80% of the time. The remaining 20% are due to problems on the communication line, errors operating system and viral infections. They will have to be dealt with separately.
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Google Chrome Remote Desktop updated: July 19, 2016 by the author: Johnny mnemonic
Remote access technology allows you to connect to a computer using the Internet or a local network for the purpose of administering or controlling a computer in on-line mode.
Remote administration programs provide almost complete control over remote computer, allowing you to remotely control your PC, run applications, copy and delete files, etc.
How does remote access technology work?
These programs were originally designed to ensure the convenience and optimization of the working time of IT specialists who administer local area networks, usually consisting of hundreds of computers, which are often located at significant distances from each other.
The use of remote administration programs can significantly reduce the time delays required to resolve issues that users have while working with a PC, thus reducing production downtime.
There are many software implementations of the idea of remote administration, which differ in the protocols used (VNC, RDP, Telnet, X11, ARD, Rlogin, RFB, ICA, as well as software developers' own protocols) and management interfaces (console and graphical).
SSH, TLS, SSL and other protocols are used to encrypt the transmitted traffic.
As a rule, programs for remote access consist of 2 applications of different functionality:
1. Server application - installed on computers that will need to be administered.
2. Client application - installed on a computer from which other PCs are controlled.
Soon, from the sphere of system administration, these programs gradually penetrated into the user sphere, replenishing the set required programs the average user.
It is worth noting that, having occupied the user niche, the programs for remote administration have been somewhat modified.
So, instead of the required two client and server applications, now there is one application that plays the role of a client or server, depending on the internal settings of the program.
It also became possible for programs to work on the Internet without additional settings.
Chrome Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop in Chrome is one of the implementations of remote access programs integrated into the web browser of the same name.
The convenience of this approach is obvious - there is no need to download a separate program, it is enough to install the corresponding application in a web browser on all computers to which remote access is required.
Step 1. Install and configure Remote Desktop
For this:
1.1 Go to the Apps page in the Chrome Web Store.
1.2 Download the application by clicking the blue "Install" button, which is located on the right upper corner screen and the "Add" button in the subsequent dialog box.
After adding the remote desktop, on the desktop, in the panel quick launch and the application icon will appear in the browser itself.
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Important! When you start the application for the first time, it must be authorized by allowing the following actions: access to the list of computers connected to the remote desktop, to information about your email, and also to allow sending and receiving chat messages.
Step 2. Activating remote connection to your PC
A prerequisite for working with a desktop at a distance is the presence of a Google account. To activate the connection, you must:
2.1 Open a new tab in Google browser Chrome and click the Applications icon below the search bar or use the shortcut on the desktop or Quick Launch.
2.2 Find and launch the Chrome Remote Desktop application. To view the parameters of the remote connection, in the "My computers" section, click the "Get started" button.
2.3 Click "Allow remote connections", download and install the host service for the remote desktop. The service is loaded and installed automatically.
2.4 After installing the service, enter a PIN-code containing at least 6 digits, confirm it and click OK.
2.5 To continue, you need to confirm the login to your Google account and re-enter the PIN-code, after which the configured device should appear in the "My computers" section.
Step 3. Connecting to a remote computer
To connect to computers, you need to check the Internet connection on each of them, as well as permission to connect from a distance. There is no need to run Google Chrome on a remote PC. After checking it is necessary:
3.1 Launch the application as described above.
3.2 Go to the "My computers" section and click the "Get started" button, then select the required computer profile from the list available devices, enter the PIN-code specified in the previous step and click the "Connect" button.
To terminate a remote session, click the Disconnect button located in the drop-down panel at the top of the page.
Advantages:
Free.
Easy to customize.
Stable and fast work even with low speed Internet connection.
There is no need to configure a firewall.
Flaws:
There is no way to transfer files (unlike analogue programs).
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