Alternatively called remote administration, remote admin is way to control another computer without physically being in front of it.
Below are examples of how remote administration could be used.
- Remotely run a program or copy a file.
- Remotely connect to another machine to troubleshoot issues.
- Remotely shutdown a computer.
- Install software to another computer.
- Monitor the remote computers activity.
Admin, Hidden share, Security terms
Related information
- How to access a home computer from work or school.
- How to remotely shutdown another Windows computer.
- Computer security help and support.