Software:RemotePC

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RemotePC
Developer(s)IDrive Inc..
Stable release
7.6.45 / 20 April 2021; 3 years ago (2021-04-20)[1]
Operating systemWindows
Linux
OS X
Android
iOS
TypeRemote desktop software
LicenseProprietary
Websitewww.remotepc.com

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

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

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

References

  1. "Latest release date and version". Remote PC. https://www.remotepc.com/release-info. 
  2. 2.0 2.1 "RemotePC overview". GetApp. https://www.getapp.com/customer-service-support-software/a/remotepc/. 
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 "RemotePC Reviews". Capterra. https://www.capterra.com/p/173304/RemotePC/reviews/. 
  4. 4.0 4.1 "RemotePC". GitHub website. 17 January 2017. https://github.com/kvudata/RemotePC. 
  5. "About RemotePC". Corporate website. https://www.remotepc.com/corporate. 
  6. 6.0 6.1 6.2 "RemotePC functions and review by Skye Schooley (Staff writer)". Business.com. https://www.business.com/reviews/remotepc/. 
  7. "RemotePC Software". Software Advice. https://www.softwareadvice.com/help-desk/remotepc-profile/. 
  8. 8.0 8.1 "Best remote desktop software of 2021: Paid and free choices for businesses". TechRadar. https://www.techradar.com/news/best-remote-desktop-software. 
  9. "RemotePC". PCMag. 19 April 2018. https://in.pcmag.com/software/120569/remotepc. 
  10. "A Full Review of RemotePC, a Remote Access/Desktop Program". LifeWire. https://www.lifewire.com/remotepc-review-2625158. 
  11. "How to set up and use RemotePC". TechRadar Pro. https://www.techradar.com/news/how-to-set-up-and-use-remotepc. 
  12. "Remote PC Access Software: Our Top Picks for Small Businesses". Business News Daily. https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/9448-best-remote-access-software.html. 
  13. "Remote PC Instructions". Wenatchee Valley College. https://wvc.edu/it/remote-pc.html. 
  14. "RemotePC Support". RemotePC. https://www.remotepc.com/support.htm. 
  15. "RemotePC Enhances Performance Across the Board for Remote Access". PRNewsWire. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/remotepc-enhances-performance-across-the-board-for-remote-access-301165307.html. 
  16. "The best remote desktop software for 2021". Digital Trends. 14 January 2021. https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/best-remote-desktop-software/. 
  17. "RemotePC Remote Desktop (IDrive Incorporated)". AppStore. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/remotepc-remote-desktop/id405038711. 
  18. "RemotePC Viewer". Google Play Apps. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.prosoftnet.rpcnew&hl=en_US&gl=US. 
  19. "RemotePC bolsters offerings to improve remote access". ITPro. https://www.itpro.co.uk/mobile/remote-access/357646/remotepc-bolsters-offerings-to-improve-remote-access. 

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