Re: Beginner's Question

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Pete,

It's almost impossible to create a 'simple' procedure to do what you 
need... simply because every computer network is different.  For 
example, every router is different and you really can't write universal 
directions for all routers.

But alas, there is a nice web site called www.portforward.com that can 
help you out.  Go to "Common Ports" and find the application... in this 
case VNC.  Click on its link and then you choose from a list of 
routers... where you pick your brand and model.  That should get you 
started.  Also, when you do this, you only should have to set up her 
work router (and her work computer possibly).  She'll probably have to 
have permission from her network administrator at her work though.  
Also, it shouldn't be necessary to make any changes on the home network 
router.

BTW, I recommend using DynDNS for easier lookup of her work's IP 
address... in case they don't have a static IP address.  DynDNS.org is 
free and you can find a free client (I like KanaSolution.com's DynDNS 
Updater) to install on her work computer to make sure the free hostname 
that you can create is always in sync with her work's dynamic IP address.

And if you still can't get VNC working, perhaps a simpler program to use 
would be GoToMyPC.  I heard this program/service is practically 
idiot-proof and should work behind any router with no necessary 
reconfiguration.

hope this helps,
Scott.

Pete Holsberg wrote:
> For feature requests and bug reports RC15 RC16. Please use the forum 
> at http://forum.ultravnc.net/
>
> I was disappointed that I could not find a simple step-by-step 
> procedure that would allow my wife to access her work computer (on a 
> small LAN behind a router) from home (on a very small LAN behind a 
> router).
>
> When I say "simple", I mean something that a Windows user could follow 
> without having to look up other stuff.
>
> If you know of one, would you please send it to me or tell me where I 
> can get it?
>
> Many thanks.


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