Top 10 Remote Control & Streaming Tools


Two of my current favorite topics are media streaming and remote control/VPN solutions.  In this article, Lifehacker did a great job of combining both topics into a Best Of. 

Anywhere from DJ-ing your iTunes from any room to watching recorded TV (without SlingBox) to giving remote tech support.  And pay close attention to #9 on the list: Installing Wake-on-LAN for remote power-ups.  This Top 10 is absolutely indispensable. 

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