What's the difference between Bomgar and Zoom/Skype?

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Once logged in select the appropriate platform, and click on the button labeled Download Representative Console. If you are on a Mac, a disk image containing the BeyondTrust software will download to your computer: copy this into your Applications folder. If you're on Windows, an installation wizard will download: run the wizard. Getting Started. In the BeyondTrust Representative Console section, select Mac OS® X as your platform and click Download BeyondTrust Representative Console. Save the installer package to a location that you can access from Apple Remote Desktop. The following steps outline how to convert the bomgar-rep-installer.dmg file into a.pkg file. The latest version of Bomgar is 15.2 on Mac Informer. It is a perfect match for Remote Computing in the System Tools category. The app is developed by Bomgar Corporation. The rep can use another browser in the meantime to download the Rep Console. The API version has been incremented to 1.7.1 with this release. Bomgar 12.1.4 release works with the following Bomgar Mobile versions: iOS TM & Android Customer Clients (version 2.0.1+) iOS TM & Android Rep Consoles (version 2.1.0+). You can dramatically broaden service desk reach with the new BeyondTrust iOS Customer Client. Employees and end users with popular Android-powered mobile devices can get the fullest support they need to be more productive while mobile. Support reps can securely chat, co-browse a web site or app on the end user's mobile device, view screen shots that the end user captures, and even push status.

Bomgar is intended for use by Technical Support Providers. Zoom and other web conferencing tools are designed for a much broader audience, to use for giving presentations to remote audiences, and has a feature set largely geared for that purpose. The feature set differences, and security concerns associated with a cloud service prevent Zoom and friends from being our tools of choice for IT support needs.

Can Bomgar be used off-campus?

Yes. Both the end-user and the TSP can be in any location. Any network connection will work (that is, there is no need for additional security measures, such as VPN).

Who is allowed to use Bomgar to access other computers?

Access to Bomgar is limited to people in designated IT support roles.

Does this mean someone can access my computer whenever they want to?

No. For a typical session, the TSP will contact you to request a Bomgar session. See our Bomgar Basics and Accept a Bomgar Invitation articles for information on how the session is initiated.

How do I request Bomgar-based support?

You should continue to report problems and request assistance the way you always have. The TSP responding to your issue will determine whether Bomgar is an appropriate tool for your situation. They may also decide that responding by email, phone, or an in-person visit is a better approach.

How do I get a Bomgar account?

The Bomgar tools (the Representative Console) are only available for people in designated IT support roles. If you are in such a role, Bomgar provisioning is tied to CornellAD groups associated with colleges and distributed units. Your IT Director makes the determination whether their group uses Bomgar and, if so, who has access. If you are an end user, you do not need a Bomgar account.

What does it mean for me to accept a Bomgar session?

The TSP who initiates the session will be able to see exactly what you see on your screen. They will share control of your mouse pointer, and keyboard. Most often, the TSP will be on the phone with you, or remain in contact with you via a chat window on your screen.

What if I move my mouse or type on my keyboard?

By default, if you use your mouse or keyboard, it overrides the TSP's actions. We recommend that you NOT take any actions unless specifically requested to do so by the TSP. For example, the TSP may open an application that requires you to enter a password. You would then use your keyboard to enter the password. In this example, the TSP would NOT know what you typed.

Can I stop a session?

Yes. You can end the session at any time by clicking STOP SHARING, which appears on your screen during the entire session.

Are my sessions being recorded?

No. While Bomgar has the ability to record video of sessions, this capability is globally disabled at Cornell. A log is automatically kept of any chat activity, along with all requests for access made by the TSP. The log will show, for example, that the TSP asked to share your screen and share control of your mouse, but it will NOT show what applications were opened or the contents of any file, email message, etc. The TSP, his/her supervisor, senior IT management, IT security, and the Audit office have access to this information for quality control, security, and auditing purposes. The log is kept for 90 days.

How is my privacy protected? What is acceptable use of Bomgar?

Policies are in place to protect both the end-user and IT staff against breaches of privacy, and to define the appropriate use of technology. These policies apply to all IT services and activities including remote assistance using Bomgar or any other remote assistance tool.

Applicable policies:

5.1, Responsible User of IT Resources

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5.4.1, Security of IT Resources

5.9, Access to IT Data

Can the TSP access everything on my computer?

No. First, access to anything that requires a password or authentication will not be accessible unless you type in the password. Second, you and the TSP will see the same thing, so if the TSP opens a file that you're not comfortable sharing with them, you can tell them so or end the session yourself.

There are a few instances where the TSP can request information from you computer (for example, system information about your operating system, amount of memory installed, etc.), but they won't have access to that information until you click Allow (in the Bomgar chat window) to grant that specific request.

Because the TSP will be able to see any open documents on your screen, we strongly recommend that, before accepting the session, you close all documents and applications that contain confidential information, or that are not relevant to the issue being resolved.

I'm not sure I'm comfortable with someone being able to see my screen and move my mouse from another location. Is it really necessary?

Necessary? Maybe not, but it's very helpful in reducing costs and improving response time. Remote assistance is a valuable tool for quickly identifying and solving problems. It avoids the need to wait for a TSP to come to your location, or the cumbersome phone calls where you try to describe exactly what you're seeing and the TSP tries to describe exactly the steps they want you to take. Many businesses, organizations, and Ivy League universities are using Bomgar and similar tools.

Bomgar will not be used in support of any type of surveillance activities by IT staff.

If you are ever uncomfortable about actions taken during a remote session, please escalate your concerns to a higher level in your organization or your IT support organization.

What is installed on my computer?

When you accept a Bomgar session invitation, a small application is downloaded to your computer. When the session ends, this application is removed.

When a Bomgar session is over, does Bomgar leave anything on my computer?

Mostly no. The exception is when the TSP has received your permission to 'pin' your session. In this case, the Bomgar mini-client remains on your computer, which means you do not have to re-download the mini-client should you need another support session.

Why does Bomgar ask for permission, then automatically grant it?

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