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License:
Free
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Downloads:
55,403
- Requirements:
Windows NT/2000/XP/2003 Server/Vista
- Limitations:
No limitations
- Date Added:
November 29, 2008
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Publisher's description of CrossLoop
From CrossLoop:CrossLoop is a free, secure screen-sharing utility designed for people of all technical skill levels. CrossLoop extends the boundaries of traditional screen sharing by enabling non-technical users to get connected from anywhere on the Internet in seconds without changing any firewall or router settings. It only takes a few minutes to setup and no sign up is required. Security is built into all aspects of CrossLoop.
Session data is encrypted at the end-points before being sent using a 128-bit encryption algorithm and a randomly generated 12-digit access code. CrossLoop includes file transfer support, and switch control feature. Crossloop Marketpace adds creation of a free CrossLoop accounts to create a dynamic public profile page, reserve your custom CrossLoop URL, view your session history, as well as widgets to promote yourself as a tech support specialist. Version 2.31 brings the Chat functionality for people to be able to chat with each other.
Editor's review of CrossLoop
4.0 stars
- "Get in the Loop"
CrossLoop provides a quick, easy, and completely free way to give a colleague, a friend, or a relative access to your computer. After installation, your PC will be assigned a 12-digit access code each time you start the program. You then give that number to another user to virtually share your desktop. Once connected, that user will have full access to your machine.
The odd nature of sharing a desktop cursor and the inability to add multiple users makes CrossLoop illogical for proper business presentations. However, the complete system access and 128-bit encrypted connection combine to create a great solution for low-budget, long-distance tech support. Guests can use any app and save files on your computer, as if they were sitting in front of the machine. No router configuration is required--a big plus. File transfers are now supported, but the purpose here remains collaboration: CrossLoop doesn't work without explicit permission from the host.
Since simplicity is a key attraction, it lacks more advanced features, and the connection must be made in two minutes or it times out. While the interface and the features are simple, CrossLoop offers a secure and fast method for two users to collaborate on one PC.
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Version: CrossLoop 2.41
"Great program...consider older version..."
Pros: Fast, easy to use, very user friendly.
Cons: Worked great until one day when I encountered an error. Crossloop Tech Support couldn't figure it out so they sent me an older version.
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Version: CrossLoop 2.41
"The easiest way to setup a VNC"
Pros: It's easy, free and reliable.
I don't need to scare my friends as I help them with their computer.Cons: Sometimes seems like just a shell of TightVNC. But that's it. I mean, it's perfect.
Summary: Crossloop is how I help my friends with their computers. Back in the old days I needed to tell them how to install TightVNC, setup port forwarding and give me their IP from the command prompt. Now I just have them install Crossloop, give me the numb... read more >>
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Version: CrossLoop 2.41
Pros: It is a very good program; the best in the freeware environment.
Cons: Version 2.41 is slow, even in low-res.
Summary: I went back to version 2.31, and will keep using it until a new release corrects the speed problem.
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