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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)

    Score8 out of 10
    N/ADameWare Remote Support from Austin IT company SolarWinds is remote administration software for the remote control of desktops, laptops, and servers behind or outside the firewall, allowing registry editing, restart services, logging activity, account and password management, and more. The mobile app also provides access from a phone or tablet. DameWare Remote Support licensing is per technician, the number of end-user remote machines is irrelevant; one technician may receive a license for…

    $520

    one-time fee

    Goverlan Reach

    Score8 out of 10
    Enterprise companies (1,001+ employees)
    The Goverlan Remote Administration Suite from Goverlan is remote administration software for IT management.

    $648

    per year

    TeamViewer

    Score8.6 out of 10
    N/ATeamviewer offers secure remote access, IT support and device management on a scalable platform. It speeds up problem resolution, reduces downtime and enhances control through automation, unattended access and complete visibility of every device and location.

    $299

    per year

    Pricing
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)Goverlan ReachTeamViewer
    Editions & Modules
    Dameware Mini Remote Control
    $370
    one-time fee
    Dameware Remote Support
    $520
    one-time fee
    Standard
    $648
    per year
    Professional
    $1,428
    per year
    Enterprise
    $2,772
    per year
    Remote Access
    $24.90
    per month (billed annually) 1 Licensed User
    Business
    $50.90
    per month (billed annually) 1 Licensed User
    Premium
    $102.90
    per month (billed annually) 15 Licensed Users
    Corporate
    $206.90
    per month (billed annually) 30 Licensed Users
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)Goverlan ReachTeamViewer
    Free Trial
    YesYesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup feeOptional
    Additional DetailsDameWare Remote Support and Mini Remote Control are licensed based on the number of technician users that use the software for remote administration. There are no limits or restrictions for the number of end-users supported or the number of remote endpoints/computers supported. As you buy higher counts of licenses, the per-seat pricing goes down giving you a reduced total price.* Each operator license allows the remote management and support of an unlimited number of INTERNAL endpoints * Each license includes between 10 to 20 manageable EXTERNAL endpoints (based on edition). Additional external endpoint licence is $5 per node per year (volume discount available) * Operator licenses can be purchased on a perpetual or subscription basis
    More Pricing Information
    Community Pulse
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)Goverlan ReachTeamViewer
    Considered Multiple Products
    SolarWinds
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    Dameware stacks up quite well against TeamViewer, it has similar functionality but lacks the easy over the internet connections that TeamViewer is known for. Dameware is more of a domain-based remote support application and works very well in that use case. We chose Dameware …
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    TeamViewer is an easier tool to use but the drawback in comparison to DRS is that the user has to install the agent.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    They both provide the same support, though I think Dameware has more features available than TeamViewer does. Between the two, I would recommend Dameware Remote Support for the additional features and better support.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    We have tried countless other solutions (Bomgar, TeamViewer, LogMeIn) and I can safely say nothing comes close to Dameware. It's fast, efficient and has a simple interface. Very easy for users to use and cost less than other solutions. If your company currently uses something …
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    DameWare works very well in series with TeamViewer, which is used by our vendors.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    We have used TeamViewer. We can support our users without the connection dropping. The product has many abilities that DameWare is barely implementing into their software, such as chat. TeamVewer has this ability along with VOIP, chat, file transfer, webcam, and meetings.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    Dameware Remote Support has more features than any of the other Remote Support products I've tested and it's much more affordable than almost any other program in this class. It has all of the features you will need and some you may not have even considered for this type of …
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    We still have licenses with some competitors software for other reasons, such as large webinars. But the way that Dameware Remote Support tops all of the solutions is with all the included features to manage the network and users, active directory, software, services, and more, …
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    DameWare does what the others do as well.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    We do use simple Lync screensharing and IM chat since we already use it. We evaluated Citrix GoToAssist, Windows Remote Desktop Connection/Manager, RealVNC, WebEx, TeamViewer.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    DameWare provides a good response time without a lag.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    I like DameWare better.
    Incentivized
    Chose SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    I have tried TeamViewer, but it does not have all the functionality of DameWare Remote Support. There are much more features packed into this product compared to TeamViewer. I choose DameWare Remote Support because I used it for 7 years at my previous place and it served me …
    Incentivized
    Goverlan Inc.
    Chose Goverlan Reach
    Goverlan was a better overall value providing licensing flexibility, more features and consistent quality for a lower price point. There are many products that provide remote capabilities but this product goes well above and beyond most of them allowing remote installs and …
    Incentivized
    TeamViewer
    Chose TeamViewer
    Much easier to user and it provides more at a better price.
    Therefore teamviewer (in my honest opinion) is the easy winner here.
    However one thing that Goverlan does better is the security implementations. I believe the logs from teamviewer are not secure.
    Incentivized
    Chose TeamViewer
    We are currently using LogMeIn Rescue now, whereas we were using TeamViewer. Our company changed due to Multi-factor authentication and more secure performance. To tell you the truth, I like all of the remote desktop support assistance apps to help others equally as far as …
    Incentivized
    Chose TeamViewer
    All platforms and products are similar and each have their strengths and weaknesses so it is hard to generalize given that everyone's needs are different, but TeamViewer has proven to us to be not only versatile, easy to deploy and have a small foot print but also very secure …
    Incentivized
    Chose TeamViewer
    TeamViewer licensing is easier to navigate.
    Incentivized
    Chose TeamViewer

    TeamViewer is far superior to LogMeIn Pro for file transfers and remote copy and paste. I believe LogMeIn Pro has the same capabilities, but using them is awkward and not intuitive. TeamViewer's screen scaling, display quality, and multiple monitor support is far better than …

    Incentivized
    Chose TeamViewer
    LogMeIn, but you need an more complex infrastructure. Dameware remote but you can't connect thru an internet connection
    Incentivized
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    100%
    Would buy again
    11 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    88%
    Would buy again
    377 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    11 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    88%
    Delivers good value for the price
    348 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    91%
    Happy with the feature set
    10 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    96%
    Happy with the feature set
    411 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    78%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    7 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    91%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    283 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    90%
    Implementation went as expected
    9 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    97%
    Implementation went as expected
    351 Answers
    Features
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)Goverlan ReachTeamViewer
    Remote Administration
    Comparison of Remote Administration features of SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) and Goverlan Reach and TeamViewer
    Feature
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    8.6
    65 Ratings
    9% above category average
    Goverlan Reach
    8.5
    2 Ratings
    8% above category average
    TeamViewer
    8.9
    552 Ratings
    4% above category average
    Screen sharing10.053 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    File transfer10.050 Ratings8.02 Ratings8.9521 Ratings
    Instant message8.347 Ratings9.02 Ratings8.8480 Ratings
    Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication8.716 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Access to sleeping/powered-off computers9.035 Ratings3.12 Ratings7.5365 Ratings
    Over-the-Internet remote session8.548 Ratings10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Initiate remote control from mobile9.025 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Remote management of servers & workstations9.158 Ratings10.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Remote Active Directory® management7.239 Ratings10.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Centralized management dashboard8.238 Ratings9.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Session record8.55 Ratings9.01 Ratings8.4375 Ratings
    Annotations7.94 Ratings00 Ratings8.2142 Ratings
    Monitoring and Alerts8.75 Ratings7.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multi-platform remote control7.131 Ratings10.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Security
    Comparison of Security features of SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) and Goverlan Reach and TeamViewer
    Feature
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    -
    Ratings
    Goverlan Reach
    -
    Ratings
    TeamViewer
    8.8
    67 Ratings
    0% above category average
    Role-based user permissions00 Ratings00 Ratings8.868 Ratings
    Platform & Infrastructure
    Comparison of Platform & Infrastructure features of SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) and Goverlan Reach and TeamViewer
    Feature
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    -
    Ratings
    Goverlan Reach
    -
    Ratings
    TeamViewer
    8.0
    47 Ratings
    1% below category average
    Third-party software integrations00 Ratings00 Ratings8.047 Ratings
    Remote Access
    Comparison of Remote Access features of SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) and Goverlan Reach and TeamViewer
    Feature
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)
    -
    Ratings
    Goverlan Reach
    -
    Ratings
    TeamViewer
    8.6
    80 Ratings
    5% above category average
    Attended device access00 Ratings00 Ratings9.180 Ratings
    Unattended device access00 Ratings00 Ratings8.776 Ratings
    Mobile device access00 Ratings00 Ratings8.070 Ratings
    Virtual device access00 Ratings00 Ratings8.666 Ratings
    Multiple-display support00 Ratings00 Ratings8.667 Ratings
    Multiple concurrent sessions00 Ratings00 Ratings8.469 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)Goverlan ReachTeamViewer
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.3
    (66 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    8.8
    (610 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    9.0
    (13 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.1
    (68 ratings)
    Usability
    9.0
    (10 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (59 ratings)
    Availability
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (6 ratings)
    Performance
    8.5
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (6 ratings)
    Support Rating
    5.0
    (9 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.2
    (51 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (2 ratings)
    Online Training
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (4 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    5.0
    (8 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.7
    (166 ratings)
    Configurability
    9.5
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.4
    (5 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    9.5
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (5 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    8.0
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (6 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    9.5
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.9
    (6 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    9.5
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (6 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)Goverlan ReachTeamViewer
    Likelihood to Recommend
    SolarWinds
    I feel like this is a very robust solution that I would recommend to anyone who relies heavily on remote support. Most of the colleagues I work with already use SolarWinds products to one extent or the other. I feel the price for the solution is very fair and a good value for the product.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    This product is a must for any help desk that is supporting an active directory based network. Scope action capabilities also make it valuable to systems administrators etc.
    Incentivized
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    TeamViewer
    I would definitely recommend it, and that's why I've stuck with it so long: continuous improvement. Now AI has fully embraced it to help with faster monitoring and Troubleshooting, saving me a huge amount of time and effort. Affordable to use for both personal and Professional work to assist colleagues from different workstations.
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    Pros
    SolarWinds
    • Troubleshooting computers remotely without the need for the user to even be around.
    • Install software that needs to be installed manually without having to travel.
    • Viewing what the user is doing specifically that triggers the issue, making replicating issues way simpler.
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    Goverlan Inc.
    • Good configurable dashboard that can be personalized per audience
    • Built in packages for monitoring standard applications that can be personalized easily
    • Simple, easy to use update deployment configuration.
    Incentivized
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    TeamViewer
    • It is secure and eliminates the need for VPN for remote users.
    • It offers a 2FA to insure that security is strong for our system.
    • Can save time with file transfer syncs for labels, batches and other files.
    • It supports multi device and cross platform usage within our warehouse.
    Incentivized
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    Cons
    SolarWinds
    • It would be nice if the installed agent would be able to check in with the server so that I can connect to laptops, etc that have the agent pre-installed for when they are off network.
    • DameWare could do better with the mobile app. I cannot connect in from the outside with the mobile app to provide quick support if needed. This kind of defeats the purpose of a mobile app. If I am on the network, I probably have access to my workstation.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    • Machines must be online for actions to be performed, scopes allow you to rerun them against failed objects only but really a much better option would be for client agent to check in at power on for open jobs.
    • Newest version of Reach is glitchy on Windows 10 requiring the occasional restart of the application.
    Incentivized
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    TeamViewer
    • MFA could be a lot better when connecting to the remote device. If a phone is added to security for the remote worker, then the admin cannot use Easy Access to access the device without interaction with the remote worker. Admins should have access to remote devices via other MFA methods.
    • App updates sometimes cause unstable status and computer must be restarted.
    • OS updates often require additional user interaction before completing the sign-in process, leaving TeamViewer in an incomplete startup state and preventing the Remote Worker from accessing the device. An admin then has to remote into the device using another remote desktop access tool (Apple Remote Desktop, for instance) and bypass the user interaction screens, which allows the login process to complete and TeamViewer to start up fully. It would be best if the TeamViewer Host could connect even when the OS is prompting for user interaction (e.g., clicking OK on modal dialog boxes post-update).
    Incentivized
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    Likelihood to Renew
    SolarWinds
    This application is one of my most used tools when it comes to supporting end users and the network as well. I don't have to run all over the place to get things done when I can access multiple computers on the network at the same time to accomplish multiple tasks in a minimal amount of time.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    We need this tool in our day to day business. It is what we do all day remoting into clients devices. In this day and age we can access devices all over the world as long as we have secure internet connection. It certainly saves money in gas, and even if you are away you can help.
    Incentivized
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    Usability
    SolarWinds
    Because it has enhanced my ability to trouble shoot more issues during the day. Instead of having to go to each machine and spend time at the machine, I can remote in from my desktop and assist the person 90 per cent of the time. I also use it from home to remote in which saves me the time from having to return back to the workplace.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    TeamViewer is a reliable and really strong tool for accessing remote IT platforms secure and fast. We don't know any product that provide us such strong functionality to make our life as a internationally recognized MES provider with DIAMES with an international clientele so easy. We look forward for any new TeamViewer functionality that supports us even more.
    Incentivized
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    Reliability and Availability
    SolarWinds
    Yes, always available.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    TeamViewer has always been available when we needed to use it. We have not noticed any outages or periods where the software functions were unavailable.
    Incentivized
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    Performance
    SolarWinds
    The application always seems responsive to me
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    TeamViewer performance has always been very good. Pages load quickly and we can see what the remote engineers are doing on the computer in real time. This is very beneficial for our own technicians and engineers and helps their learning curve. Troubleshooting is much easier with TeamViewer. We have not noticed and lagging of our computers while using TeamViewer.
    Incentivized
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    Support Rating
    SolarWinds
    I use a Samsung mobile device; DameWare Mobile was working and then after an Android update it started crashing. I reported the issue to DameWare and worked with the technicians and developers to gather data for them to correct the issue. They quickly published a beta release for me to test (which corrected the crashes) and then published an update to the Google Play Store.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    the few times i have had to contact teamviewer support, they were very responsive and give me quick answers and seemed to understand my problems quickly and easily. I did not have to sit on the phone for hours on hold or get passed around to multiple phone support techs before finding a solution to my issues, so i would rate their support very highly.
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    In-Person Training
    SolarWinds
    It was excellent
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    As expected without any problem! Alternate in-person training is another efficient way to learn how a product works. There are many third party supporters for TeamViewer courses available that can give additional ideas how to use TeamViewer for specific functions and features as we did require in respect of our usage.
    Incentivized
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    Online Training
    SolarWinds
    The videos were more than sufficient to learn the product
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    I have never used the online training either. I have watched a few informational videos that were helpful when learning how to do a specific procedure within TeamViewer and get the most out of the software by utilizing one of the many features that are available with the software. Again, 5 if for neutral.
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    Implementation Rating
    SolarWinds
    It helps greatly if you know someone already using DameWare Remote Support. I was fortunate as my tech support guys were using it at their hospital and assisted me through the purchase, download and implementation of remote support. As well as, knowing how many licenses to purchase at the time. You have to make sure that anyone assisting in IT can have access to the program with their own license.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    TeamViewer installation and deployment to other devices is pretty straightforward and does not require much technical know-how. This makes ease of use attractive when supporting both new and existing clients with limited technical knowledge. I think ease of use is a huge factor in getting new clients. TeamViewer handles that extremely well.
    Incentivized
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    Alternatives Considered
    SolarWinds
    We previously utilized LogMeIn. They increased the pricing of their solution which made us reconsider it. I inherited LogMeIn. I am not a big fan of hosted solutions for some vital IT processes. There was convenience in LogMeIn, but there were also risks about the solution that I was never completely comfortable with. I had utilized DameWare at a previous company, so I knew what I was getting with it. It was an easy decision for me to make. DameWare is an exceptional product.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    Not as full featured for Microsoft products but better at cross platform uses. Agent-less option works better in Goverlan.
    Incentivized
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    TeamViewer
    TeamViewer's cost is much lower than that of other solutions, and its security is far superior to RemotePC's. TeamViewer is also a request-based remote session manager, unlike other software that allows indefinite connection time. TeamViewer's free version makes it even better for one end of the group to find support, while the other end has the paid version.
    Incentivized
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    Scalability
    SolarWinds
    You get an 8 because of the constant initial freeze on most connections. Takes a reconnect to have it work.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    TeamViewer
    Stay up working. Easy to connect and disconnect. easy way to transfer files to another desktop
    Incentivized
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    Return on Investment
    SolarWinds
    • DameWare has allowed us to maintain our non-traditional approach to IT support. It allows our administrators to work from anywhere and has extended their reach to clients domestic and abroad.
    • Return on investment was realized as soon as we purchased the licenses. We don't have to maintain a large office space or overhead costs due to the flexibility it allows our administrators.
    • First call resolution has increased drastically since implementing DameWare company-wide. The user no longer has to wait to reproduce an error. We can screen share and view it as it happens and mitigate the issues.
    Incentivized
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    Goverlan Inc.
    • With a product like this it is entirely possible that you will see large increase in Help Desk efficiency for those who are willing to take the time to fully explore its possibilities.
    • Much more robust that any other remote support product I have used while still extremely cheap compared to competing products. This can bring enterprise level support options to those that may normally not be able to afford it.
    • Reporting features are invaluable to anyone wanting to truly know what is happening on their network.
    Incentivized
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    TeamViewer
    It took about 3 months.
    • Customer Support of our business has become more interactive with customers, leading to faster resolution of their problems.
    • Remotely accessing devices in our office allows employees to stay productive while working from home.
    • TeamViewer helps us to collaborate with other firms for projects we're doing.
    Incentivized
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    ScreenShots

    SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) Screenshots

    Screenshot of DameWare Remote Support Management ConsoleScreenshot of Remotely Connect to Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X ComputersScreenshot of Over-the-Internet Remote Session via Secure Proxy ServerScreenshot of Connect to Remote Computers from iOS and Android Mobile Devices

    Goverlan Reach Screenshots

    Screenshot of Real-time user and machine management and supportScreenshot of Global IT Process AutomationScreenshot of Goverlan File Manager

    TeamViewer Screenshots

    Screenshot of how TeamViewer lets users connect to devices and provide remote support.Screenshot of AI, automation and remediation.Screenshot of the interface to monitor and manage devices proactively.Screenshot of some of TeamViewer's integrations.