Basic Info| App Name | LogMeIn Hamachi² |
| App URL | https://secure.logmein.com/ |
| App Version Reviewed | 2.0.2.85 |
| Test System Specs | 2GB RAM, 1.5TB HDD, 3.2DC Processor |
| Supported OSes | Windows XP, Vista, 7 & All Server Editions (Linux Beta has been Launched) |
| Support Methods | Knowledge Base, FAQ, Phone and Ticket Support, Documentation, Forum |
| Upgrade Policy | Automatic and Manual Updates within the software |
| Trial Version Available? | Trial Version Available, limited to a mesh network configuration, and you will miss out on web-based centralized management - Not for Commercial Use |
| Pricing Scheme | $199.00 / year for the managed Version - Unmanaged version is Free (Limited) |
| Author Donation Link |  Donate to apankrat, the Software Author |
| Reviewer Donation Link | Donate to Stephen66515, the Review Author |
| Screencast Video URL | https://secure.logme...achiTour/client.aspx |
| Relationship btwn. Reviewer and Product | REVIEWER: There is no Relationship between the Reviewer and The Software Developer(s) |
Intro:LogMeIn Hamachi² is a great little software utility that allows users from accross the globe to join a "LAN". This has multiple uses, such as file sharing, Gaming (One of its most used applications), Networking, Chatting (Instead of conventional IM Software), and also business based functions.
Using this software, makes life a little simpler when rolling out private alpha tests on things such as game servers, as you do not have to worry about handing out secrets keys, or passwords, as a user would have to join your network (which you can password protect, and is joinable from Network Name and/or IP {IP Is unique, and not your LAN/WAN IP})
For the same reasons, it also makes commercial use, rather simple and very secure. You also have the option to "Evict" a user from your network, so if you have a member of staff, who has thier home computer connected to the network, and they no longer require access for any reason (Lost Job, Moved to new project), they can easily have thier access revoked.
Who is this app designed for:- Gamers
- Developers
- Network Admins
- Groups of Friends
- File Sharing Groups
The Good- Very Fast
- Very Secure
- No Bugs (That I have found)
- Only allows access to public files, if a user has allowed them to be shared.
The needs improvement sectionNo bugs to report, no crashes and no actual bad points. In my total, honest opinion, other than a few missing features I have requested for my own reasons, nothing could really use improvement.
Why I think you should use this productIf you require access to LAN capabilities, while out at work, or at home, then this is the software for you. Very simple to use, Great UI, no unrequired buttons or features, large "Power Off" button (Shuts down all your virtual networks), creates a static IP for your LAN.
The security is rather good, with the ability to password protect your networks, and evict any users you no longer want on it, you feel in full control of everything.
How does it compare to similar appsSmaller Application than most, no annoying nag screens on the free version, and no limitations that a normal user would notice or care about. The free version has limitations, but less than most apps in the same catagory.
ConclusionsMy conclusion is, that if you require LAN capabilities, without wanting to pay high prices, then this is the software for you. With a UI that even someone with very little technical knowledge could work around, yet with the power of a great application, it is a must for any Developer, or Network Admin who wants total, and simple access to files on other computers, with no hassle.
Games Developers would find this application very usefull as it allows them to test out LAN gaming, without the need for all the testers to be in the same building. (Also great for private network gaming, or International LAN parties)
