TeamViewer is a popular program amongst businesses, at it helps manages to solve all the connectivity solutions of a workplace. With the help of a global network, TeamViewer brings members together, even if they are in different locations.
While TeamViewer is great at its job, there are some limitations as well. Therefore, looking for alternatives is normal. Today we will present you some of the best programs that can be used to replace TeamViewer.
ThinVNC
The main problem with ThinVNC is that it is almost discontinued at the moment. However, we still have hope for this program, especially since it was quite promising back in the day. One of the main advantages of ThinVNC is the fact that installation is not required. ThinVNC can be used from any web browser that has HTML5 support. Additionally, it uses JSON and AJAX so plugins are not needed. ThinVNC used to be available for free, but at the moment this product does not receive support. However, the code for ThinVNC remains open source.
Mikogo
Online meetings are very important, and if you are looking for a TeamViewer alternative that has all the features of an online meeting software, you should check out Mikogo. You can try the demo version for free for 14 days and purchase the professional version if you’re content with the services you have received. Up to 25 members can be in an online meeting, and you will have an interactive whiteboard that can be used during the meetings. There is also a chat feature and users are able to record their sessions.
You don’t need to download Mikogo, and an installation process is not necessary either because the program can be accessed directly from your browser. You can use Mikogo on any kind of device, whether it is Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows, macOS or Linux.
UltraVNC
Windows users might enjoy this alternative. As you can tell from its name, Ultra VNC uses Virtual Network Computing (VNC). One of the reasons why users like this program is because there are extensive configuration possibilities.
File transfer can also be done easily, and chatting via text messages is also possible. Authentication can be done using various methods, including MS login I and eight-digit DES password. UltraVNC is ideal if you want a program that can be used for presentations.
AnyDesk
If you like TeamViewer, there is a big chance that you will like his one as well, especially since members from the AnyDesk development team also worked on TeamViewer. AnyDesk is supposed to be faster than TeamViewer and lags are not that likely with this program. With AnyDesk you can enjoy high-quality graphics and the image quality won’t be affected.
Private users can download the free version, while companies and other professional users have to pay for the program. This alternative proves to be faster and another advantage for it is the fact that it is not complicated to use, and it can actually be considered user-friendly.
Ammyy Admin
Ammyy Admin can be considered one of the best alternatives for TeamViewer. This software is ideal for large businesses because it makes it easier to control servers and networks. There is no need to install anything, and in order to use the program, a user simply has to download an executable file.
Each user receives an ID that is created specifically for that user. That ID can be used to access the external computer, which can be considered an extra security measure. Direct data transfer is possible and the chat features of this software make long distance presentations possible.
Henry Lares is still early into his career as tech reporter but has already had his work published in many major publications including Tech Crunch and the Huffington Post. In regards to academics, Henry earned an engineering degree from Apex Technical School. Henry has a passion for emerging technology and covers upcoming products and breakthroughs in science and tech.