Symantec PCANYWHERE - V12.1, User Manual

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In the File name box, type the file name that you want to use.
The file is saved with a .pcainv file extension.
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Click Save.
If you selected to have your computer wait for the host to call, the pcAnywhere
host icon appears on the Windows status bar.
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Send the invitation file (.pcainv) to the host user.
When the host user accepts the invitation, and the connection is established,
you can take control of the host computer.
See “Accepting a host invitation” on page 88.
What you can do during a remote control session
Once you establish a connection, the Session Manager window appears on your
computer. The navigation bar on the left of the window lets you switch modes,
perform tasks that are related to the mode that you have selected, and view details
about the connection. The right pane displays the host computer screen. The
arrow buttons let you expand and collapse the navigation bar.
Figure 5-2 shows the Session Manager window in remote control mode.
121 Controlling another computer remotely
What you can do during a remote control session