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  • I use log me in and if you look on some of the Computer Magazines for December 2010 there is a 120 day trial on there
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  • colin79666
    colin79666 Posts: 1,356 Forumite
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    GRM wrote: »
    But Teamviewer requires Mum to be sat in front of the PC to instigate the session
    No it doesn't. Install teamviewer on the PC and setup a password of your choice. Then all you need to connect is the computer ID and password you set before. :cool:
  • S0litaire
    S0litaire Posts: 3,535 Forumite
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    +1 LogMeIn or Skype (I've used skype's screen share to talk people through a few things in the past!)
    Laters

    Sol

    "Have you found the secrets of the universe? Asked Zebade "I'm sure I left them here somewhere"
  • monty100
    monty100 Posts: 158 Forumite
    Thanks to all of you who have replied.:beer: I will investigate the various options. I like the sound of using Skype, but may also need the 'hands on' approach of the other method.
    Taking control, slowly.:rotfl: :rotfl:
  • S0litaire
    S0litaire Posts: 3,535 Forumite
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    Skype's "screen sharing" is good for when you want to talk the other person through some steps, They tend to remember it more if they are the ones doing the clicking...
    Laters

    Sol

    "Have you found the secrets of the universe? Asked Zebade "I'm sure I left them here somewhere"
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