Remote-access Guide

crossloop remote access

by Larue Reilly Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Is CrossLoop secure?

Not really a flaw, but by design CrossLoop requires human presence on both sides. That makes it more secure and ensures that party being access ed is only in session when it is deliberately requested.

Does CrossLoop have a portal?

Aside from regular use CrossLoop also maintains portal that lets people to hire helpers for their computer issues. I have no feedback on this, but just might dive in some day – concept seems appealing and software itself is polished enough to not get in the way.

What is cross loop?

CrossLoop is a free, secure screen-sharing utility designed for people of all technical skill levels. CrossLoop extends the boundaries of traditional screen sharing by enabling non-technical users to get connected from anywhere on the Internet in seconds without changing any firewall or router settings. It only takes a few minutes to setup and no sign up is required. Security is built into all aspects of CrossLoop.

Does CrossLoop work without permission?

File transfers are now supported, but the purpose here remains collaboration: CrossLoop doesn't work without explicit permission from the host. Since simplicity is a key attraction, it lacks more advanced features, and the connection must be made in two minutes or it times out.

What is UltraVNC on Windows?

UltraVNC (formerly used TightVNC) on Windows and Chicken of the VNC on a Macintosh is used to establish a connection between computers, and a separate application to handle the billing of services between the two endpoints. CrossLoop encrypts the data sent across the computers.

What is cross loop marketplace?

The CrossLoop Marketplace was a place where people could get remote IT support 24 hours a day from a global network of experts through secure screen sharing technology. Individuals and businesses could get assistance with computers, mobile devices, peripherals, software and training.

What is cross loop?

CrossLoop was a remote desktop service from CrossLoop Inc. , which allowed users to share their computer screens and collaborate with others over the Internet.

CrossLoop Version 2.81

Fixed bug where access code sessions started in -multi mode displaying incorrect computer name in viewer title bar, tool tip, etc.

Expert of the month

Eric Schuermann is the owner of Rockstar Computers, a computer sales & support company where he has worked full-time the previous 3 years. Rockstar Computers serves hundreds of customers in the southern California area, as well as countless remote customers other places in the world.

Expert of the Month

Meet Eryk – a Silicon Valley computer security Expert who uses the CrossLoop Product Center to grow his business and his bottom line.

Try the Toggle Button

The new Toggle Button allows you to decide which screen will have chat turned on and receive chat messages. This will help you decide which of your screens will receive notifications when you have multi - sesssions.

CrossLoop 2.80 has Multi-session

Have you ever wanted to help several people at the same time? Eliminating the annoying need to wait for one installation to finish before you can help someone else. This is now history for all our paid subscribers. Access as many computers as you need simultaneously with CrossLoop 2.80.

Lenovo & CrossLoop Partners

We are super excited about our partnership with Lenovo which allows our premium Technicians to provide their services to Lenovo users. IBM's Personal Computing Division was acquired by the Lenovo group in 2005 and today Lenovo has more than 30 million new users every year and is one of the largest PC manufacturers.

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What It Does

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CrossLoop is actually bundle of two applications. CrossLoop itself acts as wrapper for open source TightVNC. Former handles settings and connection process, latter remote access itself. Interface is very friendly, especially comparing to native mess of TightVNC. To establish connection party (who wants to be accessed) must pro…
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Strong Features

  1. excellent usability;
  2. excellent connectivity, I was able to connect through some wicked setups (still access quality suffers in such case);
  3. file transfer support (just drop files on CrossLoop interface when session is active)removed from free version;
  1. excellent usability;
  2. excellent connectivity, I was able to connect through some wicked setups (still access quality suffers in such case);
  3. file transfer support (just drop files on CrossLoop interface when session is active)removed from free version;
  4. account is optional, works without registration;

Downsides

  • Not really a flaw, but by design CrossLoop requires human presence on both sides. That makes it more secure and ensures that party being accessed is only in session when it is deliberately requested. Still I’d like to have something as easy to use, but with option of remote access to unattended computers. I also encountered weird issue I wasn’t able to fix yet – on my home PC …
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Marketplace

  • Aside from regular use CrossLoop also maintains portal that lets people to hire helpersfor their computer issues. I have no feedback on this, but just might dive in some day – concept seems appealing and software itself is polished enough to not get in the way. Interface also displays text add for such services.
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Silent Install

  • CrossLoop is not natively portableso dealing with multiply installs is troublesome. Luckily setup package is made with Inno Setup that has generic silent install function (case-sensitive): It will still ask to agree with TOS on first run, but skipping setup saves plenty of seconds and clicks.
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Overall

  • Convenient and with zero learning curve app is perfect for home usewhen both sides are attended. Home&download http://crossloop.com/ Marketplace http://crossloop.com/landing.htm
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