Being away from your computer doesn't mean you can't use it. The best remote access software we've tested lets you control your machine or someone else's from afar.

All of the software in this roundup has at least some Mac OS functionality, and you can even remote-control a full-fledged PC or Mac from your iPhone, using apps from TeamViewer and LogMeIn.

Launched last month, the Chrome Remote Desktop extension lets you connect to and control one computer from another but it can be especially handy for bridging the gap between PC and Mac.

VNC and Remote Access might be able to satisfy your need to control a remote PC, but they can be complicated, and without additional software, they offer minimal security.

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PC remote control receivers range from ancient serial port designs (who has one?) to USB devices not supported by popular software.

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