VNC client that does scaling

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VNC client that does scaling

My server runs TightVNC with a resolution of 1600x1200. On Windows my tightvnc client lets me scale it down to fit on my screen. The only VNC client for mac os that I know of is Chicken of VNC, but it doesn't do scaling. Anyone know of one?

What about Apple Remote Desktop.. does it include a client that does scaling? I heard it was compatible with VNC's of all flavours.

MacBook (white), 2.0 GHz, 2GB RAM, 60GB HD, Mac OS X (10.4.6)

Posted on Jun 22, 2006 12:27 PM

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Camelot

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Jun 22, 2006 3:23 PM in response to kenv

Apple's Remote Desktop does, indeed, support window scaling. You can make your viewing window any size you like and either pan/zoom within that window, or scale the remote screen to fit. It also has a full screen option that hides the menu bar and dock, giving you maximum flexibility.

There are other VNC clients around, but since I have ARD I've never had to use any of them.

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kenv Author

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Jun 22, 2006 3:54 PM in response to Camelot

Can you buy the client on it's own or do you have to buy the full ARD package to get it? I only have use for the client. Also is it universal now to run on my macbook? Thanks.

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andfarm

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Jun 22, 2006 4:48 PM in response to kenv

The client is not available on its own. You'll probably want to look for an alternative option, as a 10-client license for ARD will run you about $300.

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