How do I control my office mac with my mac laptop from the road?

I have two Mac machines, my Powerbook G4 is updated to Leopard (even though it says Tiger below Nerowolf) and a new Mac Mini at home. I want to access it in real time from my office. As if I were at home using my Mini. How to I accomplish this? I know I can do it with Ichat but I need something better than that if possible.
Thanks,
Julias

Look at the thread linked below for some answers. There are some good tips there, from stuff like Back to my Mac and LogMeIn to actually configuring your home system for remote access without needing a third party.
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=9436505&#9436505

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