Recommended Paid Use Parsec 10/mo or Teradici $250 
[[BestViewer | Best Viewer]]

==== Remote Sharing: TeamViewer vs. Zoom ====

=== **TeamViewer Model (Host-Controlled Sharing)** ===
```flow
st=>start: Host shares invite
op1=>operation: Guest joins session
op2=>operation: Host sees ALL guest screens
op3=>operation: Host takes control (if permitted)
e=>end: Session ends

st->op1->op2->op3->e

st=>start: Host creates meeting
op1=>operation: Guest joins meeting
op2=>operation: Guest CHOOSES what to share
op3=>operation: Host sees only shared content
e=>end: Meeting ends

st->op1->op2->op3->e

==== Remote Dual-Screen Access (CA → TX) ====

=== Core Requirements ===
1. View **both Texas PC screens** simultaneously from California
2. No reliance on remote user interaction after setup
3. Sub-200ms latency for trading responsiveness
4. One-time or low recurring cost

=== Best Solution: **Parsec + Multi-Monitor Tools** ===
//Low-latency professional solution//

**Setup:**
1. On **Texas PC** (host):
   - Install [[https://parsec.app|Parsec]]
   - Enable "Hosting" in settings
   - Configure `monitors.xml` to share all displays
2. On **California PC** (client):
   - Install Parsec
   - Connect via host's peer ID
   - Use `Ctrl+Shift+Alt+M` to toggle monitor views

**Performance:**
| Metric          | Value                  |
|-----------------|------------------------|
| Latency         | 80-150ms (CA→TX)       |
| Bandwidth       | 10-25Mbps (dual 1080p) |
| Cost            | $10/month (Pro)        |

=== Alternative 1: **RustDesk (Self-Hosted)** ===
//Free open-source TeamViewer alternative//

1. Set up RustDesk server on AWS Texas VM
2. Configure `hbbr` (ID server) and `hbbs` (relay)
3. Connect directly via Texas IP (bypassing public relays)

**Advantages:**
- Full control over encryption
- 120-200ms latency
- No subscription fees (only AWS VM costs)

=== Alternative 2: **Splashtop Business Access** ===
//Optimized for financial use//

1. Install Splashtop Streamer on Texas PC
2. Enable multi-monitor mode in settings
3. Access via California client (thumbnails or combined view)

**Trading-Specific Features:**
- 256-bit AES encryption
- File transfer without VPN
- $8.25/month (billed annually)

=== Critical Comparison ===
| Solution       | Simultaneous View | Latency | Max Resolution | Cost          |
|----------------|-------------------|---------|----------------|---------------|
| Parsec Pro     | ✅ (Independent)  | 80ms    | 4K             | $10/mo        |
| RustDesk       | ✅ (Tiled)        | 120ms   | 1080p          | Free*         |
| Splashtop      | ✅ (Thumbnails)   | 150ms   | 4K             | $99/yr        |

**Recommendation:**  
1. **Parsec** for lowest latency and independent screen control  
2. **Splashtop** for compliance-ready financial use  
3. **RustDesk** if you have IT admin resources  

=== Bandwidth Optimization ===
1. Set Texas PC to **hardwired Ethernet** (not WiFi)
2. Use **HEVC encoding** where available (30% bandwidth savings)
3. Limit FPS to **30** (trading doesn't need 60FPS)

//Test with free tiers before committing//


==== Feature Comparison ====
| Feature               | RemotePC          | LogMeIn           | Parsec (Recommended) | Splashtop       |
|-----------------------|-------------------|-------------------|----------------------|-----------------|
| **Dual-Screen View**  | ✅ (Tiled)        | ✅ (Thumbnails)   | ✅ (Independent)      | ✅ (Tiled)      |
| **Latency (CA→TX)**   | 150-300ms         | 200-400ms         | **80-150ms**          | 120-200ms       |
| **Bandwidth (1080p)** | 15-20Mbps         | 20-25Mbps         | **10-15Mbps**         | 12-18Mbps       |
| **Cost (Annual)**     | $69.50/yr         | $350+/yr          | $120/yr (Pro)         | $99/yr          |
| **File Transfer**     | ✅                | ✅                | ❌                    | ✅              |
| **Session Recording** | ✅                | ✅                | ❌                    | ✅              |
| **Trading-Optimized** | ❌                | ❌                | ✅ (**<100ms mode**)   | ✅              |

==== Key Takeaways ====
1. **For Lowest Latency:**  
   - **Parsec** wins (80-150ms) with GPU-accelerated encoding.  
   - *Best for:* Real-time trading reactions.  

2. **For Budget-Conscious Users:**  
   - **RemotePC** ($69.50/yr) beats LogMeIn on price.  
   - *But:* Higher latency (~200ms).  

3. **For Enterprise Features:**  
   - **LogMeIn** offers centralized management (but at 5x the cost of alternatives).  

4. **For Compliance:**  
   - **Splashtop** provides HIPAA/GDPR-ready plans.  

=== Setup Requirements ===
**All Solutions Need:**  
- Texas PC:  
  - Dual monitors **enabled in OS**  
  - **Static IP** or DDNS for reliable access  
  - **Wired Ethernet** (WiFi adds 50+ms latency)  

=== Bandwidth Optimization ===
1. **Reduce Resolution:**  
   - Set host PC to 1600x900 (cuts bandwidth by 30%).  
2. **Use Hardware Encoding:**  
   - Enable NVENC (NVIDIA) or AMF (AMD) in client settings.  
3. **Throttle Background Apps:**  
   - Prioritize remote traffic via QoS (router settings).  

=== Recommendation ===
1. **Try Parsec Free Tier** first (test latency).  
2. If Parsec isn’t compliant enough, use **Splashtop**.  
3. Avoid LogMeIn unless you need its **legacy enterprise tools**.  

// Always test during market hours to simulate load //