Google Chrome has a lot of fancy features built-in or available through extensions. One of those awesome additions is
Google recently rolled out a
The impact on you at home: Chrome Remote Desktop is a free and easy way to get remote access to another computer. You can use it to access your own computers, which are tied to your Google account and protected by a six-digit pin. The app can also be used to gain access to another users computer for a quick screen sharing session to provide [or receive] technical assistance.
Familiar, but slightly more functional
If youve ever used Remote Desktop on Android, the iOS app will be familiar; however, there are a few minor differences. On Android, you have to choose the Disconnect option from the apps menu when connected remotely, but on iOS theres a simple X hovering above the desktop to end a remote desktop session.
The iOS version also has a virtual mouse button to enable a more PC-like interface. Alternatively, you can just scroll around with your finger.As with the Android app, you also get an on-screen keyboard to call up and the option to view the remote desktop in full screen mode.