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Remote Access (Secure Remote Access for SOC)

Remote Access (Secure Remote Access for SOC)

Showing 1-10 of 10 vendors• Open source vendors listed first

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RustDesk

Remote Access and Support Tools
Self-hosted open-source remote desktop with end-to-end encryption and no third-party relay dependency. Compare RustDesk as a TeamViewer alternative for MSPs.
91
2B
Open Source
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pfSense

Network Management and Monitoring
Open-source FreeBSD-based firewall and router with enterprise-grade VPN, routing, and network security capabilities. Compare pfSense for MSPs.
84
281M
Open Source
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MeshCentral

Remote Access and Support Tools
Free, open-source remote management with web-based desktop access, file transfer, and Intel AMT support. Compare MeshCentral for MSP environments.
65
105M
Open Source
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TigerVNC

Remote Access and Support Tools
High-performance, platform-neutral implementation of VNC (Virtual Network Computing) for remote control and access
45
84M
Open Source
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Apache Guacamole

Remote Access and Support Tools
Clientless remote desktop gateway that provides access to desktop computers and applications from any device with a web browser using standard protocols.
85
34M
Open Source
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Remmina

Remote Access and Support Tools
-Feature-rich remote desktop client for Linux and other Unix-like systems supporting multiple protocols including RDP, VNC, SPICE, and SSH
49
26M
Open Source
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ConnectWise ScreenConnect

Remote Access and Support Tools
Fast, reliable remote access and support with session recording, audit trails, and multi-monitor navigation. Compare ConnectWise ScreenConnect for MSPs.
84
Commercial Vendor
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Splashtop Remote Support

Remote Access and Support Tools
Remote access and support solution for IT professionals, MSPs, and helpdesk services with attended and unattended capabilities
86
Commercial Vendor
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TeamViewer

Remote Access and Support Tools
Proprietary software for remote control, desktop sharing, online meetings, web conferencing and file transfer between computers
99
Commercial Vendor
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FusionResolveIT

Remote Access and Support Tools
Free open-source ITSM platform with incident, request, problem, change, and knowledge management capabilities. Compare FusionResolveIT for MSPs.
28
Commercial Vendor

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Open-Source Tools & Alternatives

We assess tools based on active development, community size, documentation quality, production deployments by MSPs, and available support options. Tools must meet strict criteria for reliability and enterprise readiness.
Many open-source projects offer multiple support options including community forums, commercial support from vendors, professional services, and our community discussions where experienced MSPs share implementation guidance.