What is Barrier?
Barrier is an open source software keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) sharing program. It allows users to control multiple computers from a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor and works across various operating systems such as Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Barrier enables sharing keyboards, mice, and clips across a network just as if the computers were all connected to the same keyboard, mouse, and monitor. This provides seamless control of computers as if using one machine while retaining individual processing power, audio, and access controls for each device.
Some key features of Barrier include:
- Sharing control of an unlimited number of computers
- Easy setup without needing special hardware
- Secure connections with encryption support
- Synergy with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems
- Controlling Windows, Linux, and Mac devices from a single keyboard and mouse
- Clipping items like text and images across connected computers
Overall, Barrier delivers an efficient software KVM solution for individuals or teams looking to manage multiple devices from one control station.