Remote Control

When you control or observe a computer running Timbuktu Pro, the desktop activity of that computer is displayed in a Control window or Observe window (also known as the screen-sharing window). The window is updated as the other computer's desktop changes.

When you control another computer, you can perform any of the tasks that you could perform locally, including opening applications, creating new files, and so on. This means that a user with the Control privilege can remotely create, modify, or delete files without restriction, and can erase data from the another computer's disk. This privilege should be granted and used with caution.

When you observe another computer, you can see the activity on its screen, but you cannot control any of its actions. This privilege is useful for diagnosing problems on another computer.

Warning: If you grant the Control or Exchange privilege to a remote user, the user will be able to access all the files on your hard disk, as well as files on any network drive that you are currently logged into.

DO NOT grant Control or Exchange privileges if your computer contains sensitive or confidential information.