Multiplicity (software)

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Multiplicity is a computer program that allows the use of one keyboard and mouse to access two or more client computers from a host computer. It is distributed by Stardock as part of their ThinkDesk subscription, as well as being available separately.

Multiplicity is unlike remote desktop applications in that instead of opening windows to a client computer on a host computer's desktop, the mouse pointer and keyboard focus shifts from one computer to another. It is closer in concept to a KVM switch, but while these have multiple cables to each computer, with Multiplicity the keyboard and mouse remain connected to the host computer and input is forwarded from the host to client machines via network connections. In addition, switching is simpler, being triggered by movement of the mouse to the appropriate side of the screen (or keyboard shortcuts, if desired).

Multiplcity comes in two versions, the standard Multiplicity and Multiplicity Pro. The standard version has all the above features, including the ability to copy and paste images and text between computers. The Pro version can control up to six client computers, and allows files to be copied and pasted as well.

Supported platforms as of July 2005 are:

A Mac OS X client is in development, due in part to the popularity of the Mac mini. A Linux client is planned, but not yet in development.

[edit] See also

  • Synergy — A freeware, open-source option that does much of what Multiplicity does
  • MaxiVista —- A commmericial alternative which additionally allows using the screen of a secondary PC as an extra screen for the main PC

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