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Anyplace Control vs XP/VS Terminal Server

Both stand on remote desktop software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Anyplace Control

Free trial Windows

Anyplace Control offers Windows remote control with multiple connection modes, transfer tools, and administrative features. The paid structure and connection limits should be checked against the number of hosts and administrators required.

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XP/VS Terminal Server

Free trial Windows

XP/VS Terminal Server provides multi-user Windows remote access with edition-based authentication and security features. Connection plans and one-time licenses vary by edition and session count.

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The facts

	Anyplace Control	XP/VS Terminal Server
Free plan	A free trial	A free trial
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Windows	Windows
Lowest paid plan	Helpdesk Small: $125, paid once	See the plans
Plans published	7	22
Maker	Anyplace Control	XP/VS Terminal Server
Website	anyplace-control.com	thinstuff.com
On remote desktop software	#125 of 135	#121 of 135

Anyplace Control: what it does well

Controls remote desktops by mouse and keyboard
Supports IP, Online Account, and Computer ID
Clipboard and file transfer included
Remote shutdown, restart, and Wake-On-LAN
Remote Host Module deployment over LAN

What to know first

Windows platform only
No free plan
Computer ID access to non-licensed PCs limited to 15 hours monthly
Some plans have one host or admin PC

XP/VS Terminal Server: what it does well

Turns Windows into an RDP server
RemoteApps access server applications
Redirects printers, drives, and clipboard
Professional edition adds HTTPS and two-factor authentication
14-day trial available

What to know first

No free plan
Windows platform only
TSX USB supports USB 2.0, not USB 3.0
Listed prices exclude VAT

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