I need to access a family members PC to fix a problem and update it for them on a regular bases. Basically they can only switch the PC on, send emails, do basic google searching and watch youtube videos. I know you dont need software to do remote desktop work but this means the PC that needs the work has to change the settings to enable access. This is no good if the person has basic computer skills. Is there any free software out there that I can install on my PC and then access there computer with very little input from them. I am running Windows 8.1 and they have Windows Vista.

I've been using Teamviewer for quite a while and it works very well for remote access/control. It is also free for private use. http://www.teamviewer.com/en/index.aspx

However, it does require them installing the client side on their PC so may be too much.

However, it does require them installing the client side on their PC so may be too much.

The QS version requires no installation.

http://download.teamviewer.com/download/TeamViewerQS.exe

+1 teamviewer

Thanks for the replies. I did a quick google search before I posted on this forum and found teamviewer. I didnt want to install it without any recommendations. I will download it now.

Thanks for the replies. I did a quick google search before I posted on this forum and found teamviewer. I didnt want to install it without any recommendations. I will download it now.

You need to install the full version. The person you wish to help need only download and run the QS version (without installing it).

Why do you not use the inbuilt remote assistance which gives you access to the computer with his aproval

http://windows.microsoft.com/th-TH/windows7/help/videos/using-windows-remote-assistance-to-get-help-with-your-computer#tab=system

Downloaded and Installed. Brilliant Software. Thanks for the replies.