Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 is a remote desktop sharing software by Symantec Corp , the world’s leading remote assistance software solution . Now supports multiple platforms . Users can safely and securely connect to and manage computers running Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac OS X Universal, or Microsoft Pocket PC operating systems .

Symantec pcAnywhere CrossPlatform remote offers a multi-pane view for simultaneous display of multiple concurrent remote control and/or file transfer sessions, and enables host-to-host file transfer. Support for the pcAnywhere host in Windows XPe and WEPOS embedded environments enables remote access for business services environments requiring kiosks, point-of-sale or other specialized devices .

Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 Features :

• Smart card authentication

  NEW! Supports all PC/SC-compliant smart cards.
  Native whiteboard support provides a two-way communication tool for a technician and an end user to collaborate. Standard drawing features are used to mark the screen for both users to see.

• Simple and quick file transfer

  IMPROVED! Use standard copy and paste commands to initiate file transfer.

• Easy management of multiple sessions

  IMPROVED! A dedicated tab displays thumbnails of all active sessions when multiple sessions are open. This thumbnail view allows users to jump directly to a session by clicking on the thumbnail or by navigating with keyboard shortcuts.

• Support for multiple authentication types

  IMPROVED! Now a single host configuration can use two authentication types. For example, Microsoft® Active Directory® users and local administrators can both authenticate to the same host.

• Better performance in large Active Directory environments

  IMPROVED! Searching for users in large Active Directory environments is less time-consuming. Users can be added directly through an edit box and validated. Local and administrator groups can be added to other authentication types.

• More log details to meet compliance needs

  IMPROVED! Logging, reporting, and notification have been enhanced. FQDN of computers in session, IP addresses, logged-in user names, keyboard and mouse status changes, and additional chat conversations are also logged.