PsExec

Part of the Sysinternals kit of tools, PsExec is a command line utility designed to help you run applications remotely over the network. What makes the tool stand out is the fact that you do not need to previously install it on remote workstations, thus making administrator access and tasks more convenient.

The application is portable, so instead of installation, you can simply download and decompress the archive in the desired location. The app does not come with an interface, but it is a command tool utility that requires some know-how on how to operate commands.

It is worth mentioning that the tool comes with a comprehensive set of arguments and explanations, so it is highly advisable to take the time and explore them to make the most of the tool. Among the tasks that can be performed via the tool, you can count running processes as limited users, specifying an option password for user name, setting the working directory of the process or copying an executable to a remote system for execution, just to name a few.

On a side note, there is a chance that accessing the remote workstation can trigger the antivirus, a case in which you do not fret as the tool is not harmful when handled by the network administrator.

Granted, there are hundreds of telnet tools out there to choose from. However, some of them are not only challenging to install and configure, but they also require the installation of the client software on the remote system you are attempting to access.

Thanks to this utility, the aforementioned steps are skipped and hence, administrators can access and install the necessary tools for upgrading or updating various components and software without too much hassle. PsExec is a handy program for any network administrator that enables you to perform various tasks conveniently and without your physical presence.