I'm trying to find a way to stream from my home computer to my laptop while I'm at college. I can stream just fine with tools like Remote Desktop and Steam Link, but I can't activate my PC when it's turned off. I've attempted to set up Wake-on-LAN and used apps like Wolow, but neither option works when I'm connected to a different network than my PC. Is there a method to remotely turn my host PC on without having to rely on a VPN?
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For a more complex setup, you could use a tiny Linux machine for SSH. Set it up with port forwarding to send Wake-on-LAN packets to your main PC. Just make sure to use dynamic DNS to manage IP changes.
If you're unable to get Wake-on-LAN working, consider setting your BIOS to automatically power on your PC after a power loss. Smart power plugs can also help with this.
Some routers, like certain Asus models with Merlin firmware, allow Wake-on-LAN from their admin interface. But be careful with exposing the admin interface to the internet; it could pose security risks.
For an overengineered but fun solution, you could buy a WiFi mains relay based on ESP8266 or ESP32. Program it to check an online value periodically, turning your PC on and off without exposing your network.
You might want to look into setting up a VPN for your home network; that way, you can access your machines as if you were home.
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