AnyDesk: A Remote Desktop Application with Over 20 Million Dollars in Funding

AnyDesk, a remote desktop application developed by AnyDesk Software GmbH, has received significant investments over the years. In January 2020, the company secured an additional 20 million dollars of combined funding, bringing its total funding to over 20 million dollars. This investment is part of a Series A round led by EQT Ventures in May 2018, which raised 6.5 million Euros.

Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, AnyDesk Software GmbH was founded in 2014 and has since expanded globally, with subsidiaries in the US, China, Hong Kong, and an Innovation Hub in Georgia. The company's remote desktop software provides platform-independent access to personal computers and other devices running the host application, offering remote control, file transfer, and VPN functionality.

However, AnyDesk is often used in technical support scams and other remote access scams, which can compromise computer security. It is essential for users to exercise caution when using this software and only share it with trusted tech professionals who have legitimate reasons for accessing their devices.

For Mac users, setting up AnyDesk involves a few steps. First, download the application from the official website and follow the installation instructions. Once installed, launch AnyDesk and click on 'Open' if prompted to do so. You will then see a black window with the word 'Confirm' at the bottom. This is where you can share your desktop with the tech working with you.

To do this, click on the 'This Desk' icon in the upper left corner of the AnyDesk window, which displays a 9-digit number separated by spaces. You will be asked if you want to quit and reopen AnyDesk; select 'Quit' and then reopen the application.

In the System Preferences menu, scroll down the left group and select 'Accessibility.' Then, check off 'AnyDesk' in the right list for 'Full Disk Access,' 'Files and Folders,' and other relevant options. This will allow you to access your computer's files and settings securely.

Finally, make sure to set up your password and security preferences to ensure that only authorized individuals can access your device using AnyDesk. By following these steps, you can safely use AnyDesk for remote desktop connections and technical support.

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