TightVNC
Free, lightweight, fast and reliable remote desktop software
TightVNC is a free and open source remote desktop software that lets you access and control a computer over the network.
| Best for | users needing intuitive remote screen interaction |
| Website | tightvnc.com |
What stands out
The product allows users to open files on the remote desktop.
“You can open files, launch applications, and perform other actions”TightVNC, own website
The product enables launching applications as if physically present.
“on the remote desktop almost as if you were physically there.”TightVNC, own website
Strengths and trade-offs
- The product allows users to open files on the remote desktop.
- The product enables launching applications as if physically present.
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How TightVNC ranks
#9 in Remote access software with a free plan
How the score is made up: Evidence on its own site 20; How complete its published information is 12; Fit to this ranking's criteria 40; Buying information on its own site 4.
“TightVNC is a free and Open Source remote desktop software that lets you access and control a computer over the network.”TightVNC, own website
“Get It Now! Get your free copy of TightVNC!”TightVNC, own website
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Questions about TightVNC
Who is TightVNC best for?
TightVNC is best for users needing intuitive remote screen interaction.
Where does TightVNC rank?
TightVNC is ranked #9 in Remote access software with a free plan (Lister Score 76.0).
What are the best alternatives to TightVNC?
The closest alternatives on Lister are RMMmax (#1 in Remote access software with a free plan), Nexigon (#2 in Remote access software with a free plan) and TeamViewer (#3 in Remote access software with a free plan).
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