Remote Assistant in XP

[axel]

I have just noticed a programme called Remote Assistance in Windows XP. I did not install it and it has only very recently appeared.

It brings up the Help & Support page and you can apparently link to a friend's computer and get or give assistance with problems.

Has anyone tried this and does it work?

Does anyone know where this came from, has it been installed as part of an XP automatic update?

Axel

 

[david334]

if you want some one to help you do somthing on yor pc thats what its for ( Via MSN )

Remote desktop is for remoting into your pc whist you are away ( Via IP)

They are quite good tools

David334

 

[bledd]

its been a part of xp since it was released, its normal that the link is there

 

[Tony Williams]

Windows Remote Assistence is for sharing a desktop over MSN Messenger allowing someone else to 'take a look' it's built on Remote Desktop.

Windows Remote Desktop is a method of connecting remotely to your home computer whether it's LAN or over the Internet.

To enable it RIGHT CLICK MY COMPUTER > PROPERTIES > REMOTE DESKTOP > CHECK ALLOW.

I would only keep it enabled if you intend to use it, if not uncheck.