| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Software Installation |
GoToMyPC
does not require the
installation of client software ahead
of time, thus lowering the TCO.
Users can access and control their
host computers from virtually
anywhere. The host software
installation is Web-based and has a
small footprint.
|
pcAnywhere™
requires preinstallation
of the client software
from a CD-ROM and the
configuration of several settings. Its
lack of intuitive wizards makes setup
difficult for novice users. |
| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Security |
GoToMyPC
is preconfigured for
maximum security using industrystandard
Advanced Encryption
Standard (AES) 128-bit encryption.
GoToMyPC connects through most
firewalls so that a company’s data
and network remain secure. It is
not possible to weaken security,
and additional security features such
as One-Time Passwords and RSA
SecurID integration further secure
remote connections. The
administrator can enforce
corporate policies by enabling
additional password and security
features. Industry-standard
encryption and authentication
methods help an organization
conform to HIPAA privacy and
security standards.
|
Although
administrators can
configure pcAnywhere™ with
various encryption and authentication
options, doing so may be too
complex for many users, thus
weakening network security. In
addition, establishing a connection
behind a firewall is complex, leading
users to circumvent network security
by using modem connections. It is
not HIPAA compliant. |
| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Firewall Configuration |
GoToMyPC
requires an outgoing
connection only; as a result, users
can access computers without
modifying the firewall or network
configuration.
|
Controlling
a computer with
pcAnywhere™ requires that a user configure
an incoming connection to that computer. This
may be difficult in corporate environments |
| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Configuring the Connection |
GoToMyPC
establishes the
connection to the remote
computer easily with no
configuration. Users only need to
know their email address and
password. |
pcAnywhere™
requires locating IP
addresses and configuring multiple
settings. Dynamic IP addresses
further complicate a pcAnywhere™
configuration. |
| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Connection Costs |
GoToMyPC
works securely across
local Internet connections so no
additional infrastructure or
connection costs are necessary.
|
Because
pcAnywhere™ users are
more likely to connect using dial-up
connections to get around firewalls,
higher telecommunications costs may
result. |
| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Guest Invitation |
GoToMyPC
allows users to invite a
second person to temporarily view
or share control of the host
computer without installing or
configuring software. This feature is
particularly useful for sales presentations, training
and troubleshooting.
|
pcAnywhere™
allows users to access
a host computer, but the
pcAnywhere™ software must first be
installed, and the host connection
settings must be sent to the user. |
| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Management Features |
GoToMyPC
has extensive
management features through an
online Administration Center.
Administrators can set up users in a
few minutes using the management
tools. Additional features enable
such comprehensive management
capabilities as authorization of
specific host and client computers.
An administrator must configure
management features of specific host and client
computers.
|
pcAnywhere™
in advance. Managing
a corporate rollout of pcAnywhere™
is complex and involves license
management. |
| GoToMyPc
vs. Pc Anywhere - Platform Compatibility |
GoToMyPC
supports Windowsbased
host and multiplatform clients
running a Java-enabled browser. It is
accessible from certain wireless
devices.
|
pcAnywhere™
supports Windowsbased
host and client computers only. |
