Re: Can't connect to host computer
From: Jeffrey Randow (MVP) (jeffreyr-support_at_remotenetworktechnology.com)
Date: 02/28/04
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Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2004 22:43:44 -0600
The way gotomypc works bypasses routers.. When you setup GoToMyPC, it
creates a connection to one of their servers and it pings back on a
semi regular basis (every few seconds or so, if memory serves
correctly). When you want to connect to your machine, the GoToMyPC
will notify your "server" machine that you want to connect on it's
next ping and you will then establish the connection. This bypasses
firewalls due to the fact that the remote computer is not initiating a
connection to your computer -it is using the semi persistent
connection with the GoToMyPC service.
Remote Desktop is completely standalone and is not dependent on a
third party service provider. However, like all server based
applications, you must contend with Firewalls, Routers, and other NAT
(Network Address Translation) gateways. This adds an additional layer
of complication.
Jeffrey Randow (Windows Net. & Smart Display MVP)
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On Fri, 27 Feb 2004 06:52:16 -0800,
<anonymous@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:
>I personally don't have a router, though there may be one
>in office somewhere. I'll check w/ our IT group.
>
>The funny thing is that when I use gotomypc.com, I can
>access it fine.
>
>Thanks for the reply.
>
>>-----Original Message-----
>>Do you have a router, or is the DSL directly connected
>to your office
>>machine?
>>
>>Jeffrey Randow (Windows Net. & Smart Display MVP)
>>jeffreyr-support@remotenetworktechnology.com
>>
>>Please post all responses to the newsgroups for the
>benefit
>>of all USENET users. Messages sent via email may or may
>not
>>be answered depending on time availability....
>>
>>Remote Networking Technology Support Site -
>>http://www.remotenetworktechnology.com
>>Windows XP Expert Zone -
>http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
>>
>>On Thu, 26 Feb 2004 15:11:06 -0800, "Jano"
><pjanofsky@comcast.net>
>>wrote:
>>
>>>I have a PC in my home and office. I've set both up to
>access remotely using Remote Desktop Connection. I have
>no trouble accessing my home PC from my office, but I can
>not access my office PC from my home. I don't believe I
>am behind a firewall as I have a DSL connection from my
>office and I'm using my own ISP.
>>>
>>>Any suggestions would be welcomed.
>>
>>.
>>
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