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jimbokun on Feb 28, 2011 | parent | context | favorite | on: 10.7 Lion allows multi-user remote computing

Imagine explaining how to set this up and run it to an entire incoming class of freshmen?

Much of OS X's value comes from taking Unixy technologies and making them much easier to use.

code_duck on Feb 28, 2011 [–]

Remote desktop sharing isn't that complicated of a concept. I use it on my Mac all the time - ssh to a server, connect VNC to localhost, you have a desktop. Is that supposed to be an enticement or a drawback? It seems straightforward to me. Apple has stuff for VNC built in, too.

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