In this article we will talk about USB virtualization: USB to Ethernet. Usually, when you need to use any USB device (like scanner, flash-memory, etc) you plug it into USB port of your computer. But for all that, the device is accessible only for the computer it is plugged into. And what if someone else needs to use the same USB device? You can unplug USB device from your PC and give it to another user. Though this decision has some disadvantages: according to different circumstances, not always there is a possibility to give USB device to another user, even for a while or not always there is a possibility to allow someone else to work with that USB device on your PC (especially if another user is in the another office, city or country). It is also possible to purchase the same USB devices additionally but it will depend on the cost of the device and quantity required. I have found and already used such program as USB to Ethernet and after some time decided to share it with you.
A few words about the program: it allows to work with the remote USB devices over a local network or Internet as if they were connected directly to your local PC. The program is available also for Linux, but I personally used it for Win.
What I liked about USB to Ethernet: smooth workflow, enhanced user-friendly interface, does what it says. What I didn't like: well, honestly I personally was pleased with everything. Perhaps other users can share their comments on this topic too.
Wednesday, 17 September 2008
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