Additional Information
Remote software that allows secure/fast access to remote computers!
| Latest Version | Remote Utilities - Host 7.1.7.0 |
| Requirements |
Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 10/Windows 11 |
| Updated | June 25, 2023 |
| Author | Remote Utilities LLC |
| Category | File Transfer and Networking |
| License | Trial |
| Language | English |
| Download | 71 |
Overview
Remote Utilities - Host must be installed on each remote workstation. The remote service starts automatically and grants you unattended 24/7 access to remote workstations and servers in any location. Install the Host on each remote computer for unattended access. For spontaneous remote support use the run-only Agent.
The Host module is installed on a remote PC and works for both unattended and attended access. You can access the program settings through the Windows Start menu or by right-clicking its icon in the system tray. The Host runs as a SYSTEM service so you can restart the remote PC and connect to the Windows welcome screen before any Windows user logs on. By default, the Host starts with Windows, but you can switch from auto to manual mode in the Host settings.
Features and Highlights
Data transfer encryption
All traffic that Remote Utilities send over the network is encrypted. Encryption is always on and cannot be disabled by the user. The program uses a symmetric AES-256 algorithm for data encryption and an asymmetric RSA-2048 algorithm to secure the initial key exchange between Viewer and Host. For each new remote session, new AES and RSA keys are generated.
Address book encryption
The access credentials data stored in Viewer address books can be encrypted in order to prevent unauthorized access to your remote access data if your computer is compromised. This is especially important if you save your access passwords in connection properties.
No blank passwords
Regardless of the authorization method you choose, blank passwords are not allowed. There are no default or technical passwords either. Only you and the people you authorize will know how to access the Host that you have installed.
Brute-force attack protection
Remote Utilities is protected against brute-force password cracking. Whenever there is an excessive number of incorrect password attempts, the system automatically begins to increase the amount of time required before each new attempt can be made.
No stealth mode
A persistent Host icon in the system tray informs the remote user that RemoteUtilities is running on their computer. The program also appears in the process list. This ensures that the remote user can always stop or uninstall the Host, provided they have administrative privileges.
Ask user permission
When enabled the Ask user permission option shows a message on the remote computer asking the remote user to accept or reject an incoming remote session request. Additionally, you can set a timeout and a default action to apply in case there is no one attending the remote PC. The request can be accepted or rejected automatically according to your settings.
IP Filtering
With IP filtering enabled, you can restrict a remote Host and RU Server to accept incoming connections from certain IP addresses only. A white list allows you to set trusted IP addresses whereas connections from all other IP addresses that do not fall in the trusted range will be declined. A blacklist allows connections to the given Host from all IP addresses or IP address ranges except the ones which you have explicitly blacklisted.
Host settings protection
Protect the Host settings from modification by the remote user by locking the settings with a password. You can also hide the Host right-click menu so the menu won’t show when the Host icon is clicked.
Note: 30 days trial version or demo license with a 10 remote PCs limit.
The Host module is installed on a remote PC and works for both unattended and attended access. You can access the program settings through the Windows Start menu or by right-clicking its icon in the system tray. The Host runs as a SYSTEM service so you can restart the remote PC and connect to the Windows welcome screen before any Windows user logs on. By default, the Host starts with Windows, but you can switch from auto to manual mode in the Host settings.
Features and Highlights
Data transfer encryption
All traffic that Remote Utilities send over the network is encrypted. Encryption is always on and cannot be disabled by the user. The program uses a symmetric AES-256 algorithm for data encryption and an asymmetric RSA-2048 algorithm to secure the initial key exchange between Viewer and Host. For each new remote session, new AES and RSA keys are generated.
Address book encryption
The access credentials data stored in Viewer address books can be encrypted in order to prevent unauthorized access to your remote access data if your computer is compromised. This is especially important if you save your access passwords in connection properties.
No blank passwords
Regardless of the authorization method you choose, blank passwords are not allowed. There are no default or technical passwords either. Only you and the people you authorize will know how to access the Host that you have installed.
Brute-force attack protection
Remote Utilities is protected against brute-force password cracking. Whenever there is an excessive number of incorrect password attempts, the system automatically begins to increase the amount of time required before each new attempt can be made.
No stealth mode
A persistent Host icon in the system tray informs the remote user that RemoteUtilities is running on their computer. The program also appears in the process list. This ensures that the remote user can always stop or uninstall the Host, provided they have administrative privileges.
Ask user permission
When enabled the Ask user permission option shows a message on the remote computer asking the remote user to accept or reject an incoming remote session request. Additionally, you can set a timeout and a default action to apply in case there is no one attending the remote PC. The request can be accepted or rejected automatically according to your settings.
IP Filtering
With IP filtering enabled, you can restrict a remote Host and RU Server to accept incoming connections from certain IP addresses only. A white list allows you to set trusted IP addresses whereas connections from all other IP addresses that do not fall in the trusted range will be declined. A blacklist allows connections to the given Host from all IP addresses or IP address ranges except the ones which you have explicitly blacklisted.
Host settings protection
Protect the Host settings from modification by the remote user by locking the settings with a password. You can also hide the Host right-click menu so the menu won’t show when the Host icon is clicked.
Note: 30 days trial version or demo license with a 10 remote PCs limit.
