How to access my IMAC remotely?

Hi,
When I had my Dell with XP running, i had software called GOTOMYPC installed which allowed me to access my home computer from anywhere via my laptop.....
Does the IMAC already have a program like this installed that allows this? Or is their something I have to buy?
Thanks in advance..
JW

It's call Apple Remote Desktop or ARD. Your computer will already have the client software installed. Go to System Preferences/Sharing and enable Remote Management. You will need to purchase the Admin software though from Apple. http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?s=topSe llers&fnode=home/shop_mac/software/apple&nplm=MA232Z/A&mco=C9E1F8CC
Also if your machine is behind a router/firewall you will need to forward ports 3282 and 5900 to your machine in order to manage it from off site.

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