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I need a software similar to TeamViewer. However, the computer that I will control is in the next room (two desktops).
I do not want to go back and forth between two rooms.
Why I don't want to use TeamViewer? Because I do not want to mess up with the quota. Two computers are connected to the same router/modem. Is there a software available that enables remote desktop control without connecting to a server?
OS: Windows 8.1 for both PCs.
Don't be quick to dismiss TeamViewer. It can also work on a local network. All you need to do is toggle one setting, and allow it through the firewall.
From this FAQ:
You can establish Remote control sessions on your local network directly by using IP addresses or computer names. By default this feature is deactivated because software firewalls may open an acceptance dialog when configured this way.
To activate the LAN mode in TeamViewer full version and Host module:
- In the menu click on Extras and then on Options
- On the General tab activate Accept incoming LAN connections
When selecting accept exclusively it will display the IP-address of the computer in the ID-field.
A connection can now be established using the IP-address or alternatively using the host name.
