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Looking for poor man's version of GoToMyPC software - remote access

I am looking for something just like GoToMyPC software, but without the cost.  I help my mother often when she gets stuck on how to do something on her home computer.  However, I live a distance away from her.  I would love to be able to remote into her computer, and for BOTH of us to be able to see what is on the screen (so I can see her moving the mouse, and see where she is getting stuck; but also be able to take over the mouse myself, and to have her see what I am doing on her system).  Since this is her home system, she (and I) both have dynamic IP addresses.  Ideally, I would like software that doesn't require her to do anything on her end (or it only requires her to click an "allow access" button -- but not have to install anything complicated that would confuse her).  Both of our systems are running Windows (Windows XP on hers; Vista on mine).

GoToMyPC seems ideal for what I am looking for, but it is very expensive for me.  I'd prefer a completely free solutions if at all possible.  My second choice would be a very low cost solution.

I'd love to hear people's suggestions for specific software!!!

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Question Asked By: sah18
Solution Provided By: Mr-Madcowz
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Sah18

Glad it does what you needed. I was very impressed with it as well.

It is great for my customers as they don't have to find their IP address, install anything or configure their router/firewall. Couldn't be simpler for a support role.

thanks for points.

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