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 Determine which approach is most effective for you. There are software- and hardware-based solutions. 

Continue reading to learn more about which option is best for you. 

Step 2

A software-based solution will require a network connection on each computer under control. 

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 Each computer under control must have a network connection in order to use a software-based solution. 

If the network is only going to be controlled locally, it can be a local area network (LAN) or an internet connection if it needs to be controlled from any computer worldwide with an internet connection.

 Step 3

Get computer software and maintenance. 

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 Get your computers serviced and software. LogMeIn is one such service provider. 

They charge about US$20 per computer per month for their various service levels, which range from the free “simple remote control” (LogMeInFree) to the more robust “full service” offerings (LogMeInPro). As with any network-based solution, the LogMeIn service works best when computers are connected via high-speed LAN or broadband internet. Create an account, select the service level that best suits your requirements, and then download and install the software. Step 4

A second application.

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 The open-source solution known as “synergy,” which works across operating systems

 is another software-based option for controlling multiple computers locally with a single keyboard and mouse—a “soft” KVM switch, if you will.

 Step 5

 A “KVM Switch” can provide a hardware-based solution. KVM stands for “Keyboard, Video, Mouse.” 

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A “KVM Switch” can provide a hardware-based solution.” Most of the time, these gadgets connect to multiple computer video inputs and a single monitor monitor output. Additionally, there are two inputs for connecting both a keyboard and a mouse, as well as multiple PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard outputs for connecting to computers. 

The popular USB ports have replaced the PS/2 and round Keyboard connectors on recent KVM switches. Choose a KVM that is compatible with the computer’s keyboard and mouse connectors, or purchase adapters. Unless some other repeater or extender hardware is used, all of the computers will probably need to be fairly close to each other (within 10 feet of the KVM hardware, or USB, for that matter) due to limitations on the length of cable that KVM (and USB, for that matter) signals can travel. Step 6: Get any extra cables you need to connect the KVM to the computers and I/O devices. 

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 Buy any additional cables that are required to connect the KVM to the computers and I/O devices. 

Step 7

 Choose the item that is compatible with your computer and operating system.

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 Choose the item that is compatible with your computer and operating system. Device drivers are installed by many KVMs, and a small program is used to switch computers.

 This indicates that drivers will be required for each OS in order to function properly if multiple OSes are involved. 

Step 8

 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to set up the KVM and software. 

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 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to set up the KVM and software. Use Windows Defender to protect your Windows desktop or laptop from viruses. It is a built-in antivirus program for the Windows operating system. 

You can use this software instead of paid software that has been tested because it might try to clean up good programs and software on your computer. Different filter systems are available from email providers like MSN, Gmail, and Yahoo. The email’s domain can be used to determine whether or not the message is genuine.