Barrier is a cross-platform software utility for sharing your mouse and keyboard between multiple computers on your desk. It was forked from Synergy version 1.9's codebase.
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- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- FreeBSD
- OpenBSD
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Synergy Alternatives for Linux
There are many alternatives to Synergy for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is Barrier, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Synergy and 13 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Synergy are Input Leap, Deskflow, across and Cursr.
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Most Synergy alternatives are Keyboard Sharing Utilities, but you can also narrow the list to Mouse Sharing Utilities or Remote Desktop Tools. Other popular filters are Open Source, Linux, Mac, Android and Free.
Alternatives list
- 32 Barrier alternatives
32 Input Leap alternativesInput Leap is software that mimics the functionality of a KVM switch, which historically would allow you to use a single keyboard and mouse to control multiple computers by physically turning a dial on the box to switch the machine you're controlling at any given moment.
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- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- Flathub
- Flatpak
26 Deskflow alternativesDeskflow is a free and open-source keyboard and mouse sharing app. Use the keyboard, mouse, or trackpad of one computer to control nearby computers, and work seamlessly between them. It's like a software KVM (but without the video). TLS encryption is enabled by default.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-2.0)
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- Flathub
- Flatpak
184 across alternatives- Bluetooth Keyboard/Mouse Emulator: across makes a Bluetooth equipped PC or Mac work as a standard Bluetooth keyboard/mouse combo. Thus, you can seamlessly/wirelessly control all your smart devices including computer, smartphone and tablet PC with the computer’s keyboard and...
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
27 Cursr alternativesCross-platform utility tool for seamless mouse, keyboard and clipboard sharing and usage in multi-display, single and multi-device setups.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
United Kingdom
This program will let you use two screens on two different computers as if they were connected to the same computer.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Alerts
- Discontinued
Platforms
- Windows
- Linux
- United States
43 EasySwitch alternativesTurn your Mac, Windows, and Linux computers into one seamless workspace with shared keyboard, mouse, clipboard, file transfer, and virtual displays.
Cost / License
- Free Personal
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
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7 Beamer App alternativesBeamer shares one keyboard and mouse or trackpad between Macs, Windows PCs and Linux computers on the same local network. Push the pointer through a chosen screen edge to move to another computer, or switch with a key on macOS and Windows. Each computer keeps its own display.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- United Kingdom
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
Software KVM that also switches your monitor's input, plays every computer through one set of speakers, syncs folders and sets up SSH.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Flatpak
- Homebrew
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26 DisplaySwitcher alternativesDisplaySwitcher is a desktop application for Linux, macOS, and Windows that combines monitor input switching with transfers between computers.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
- Mac
- Linux
- United States
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