Posted by kglee | Filed under Online Services
I am getting a lot of questions about LogMeIn since recently writing about the computer utility that provides remote control functions to any Mac or Windows PC. That many questions about a service usually means I need to dive deeper into how I use it, which I’ve done with LogMeIn — and my top five ways to do so are the result.
LogMeIn’s base function is to allow for the control of any computer remotely from any other one. This control is done securely over the web, and that is the primary strength of LogMeIn. You can sit in front of any computer, anywhere in the world, and control the host computer no matter where it is located. The remote computer screen appears on the local computer, and this is all done through the magic of the web browser.
LogMeIn for computers comes in several versions, with LogMeIn Free available at no cost (naturally). The premium versions add various functionalities, from the ability to copy files between computers to full-blown IT support services. The free version provides the sophisticated remote control functions to any computer, and most folks can likely get by with it.
Each computer that you wish to control remotely must have the local LogMeIn utility installed, to handle the secure login and connection. This only has to be done once and it takes few resources running in the background. Once LogMeIn is installed, that computer can be accessed from any computer, anywhere. Here are the top five ways to get the most out of LogMeIn, based in large part on the questions I am receiving about how to use it to maximum effect.
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FrugalFilter: I used to do _____, but now I use _____ on the internet for free! Examples and …
Here are some of my favorite things to do on-line that used to cost money in the real world:
I used to pay for long-distance calls, but now I use Skype.
I used to buy stamps to mail my bills, but now I’ve discovered online bill pay at my bank’s web site. I still can’t believe that they mail out the check for me, to anyone in the US!
I once thought of paying for satellite radio (Sirius, XM), but now just listen to Pandora.
I used to buy blank CD’s to back up my data, but now I use the 2GB free storage/backup system at Mozy.
Anyways, I’m sure that there’s more to discover. What’s your favorite way to save money with the internet?
I used to buy newspapers/magazines, now I get all my news and print entertainment online.
posted by Eicats at 2:03 PM on April 7 [2 favorites]
I thought about buying a Kindle, but now they have a free app for the iPhone.
posted by GaelFC at 2:04 PM on April 7
posted by box at 2:05 PM on April 7 [2 favorites]
I used to rent movies, but now I watch Hulu.
posted by jbickers at 2:14 PM on April 7 [1 favorite]
I used to pay for cable, now I watch TV on the internet for free.
posted by leapfrog at 2:28 PM on April 7 [4 favorites]
My parents used to pay travel agents, now I use Travelocity/Expedia/Southwest/Orbitz/etc
Folks used to go to used car dealers, now I go to craigslist