Remote control of Macpro using a windows based laptop

I travel regulalry and would like to be able to access and control my macpro at home to help my family resolve computing issues that they may face. I use a (sigh) HP windows OS(XP) machine when travelling. Whats the best way of being able to control my mac remotely under these circumstances?

Hi,
Maybe you can take a look to the LogMeIn web service. The only think you need to do is creating a free account and install the software on your home macpro. After this, on your WinXP laptop, just open your LogMeIn account on a browser and that's it !

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