was a feature integrated into Google Hangouts that allowed users to remotely control another computer over the internet. It was primarily designed to provide technical support, allowing a user to troubleshoot issues on a friend or colleague's machine without needing to be physically present.
Hangouts Remote Desktop was a convenient, frictionless tool for ad-hoc tech support that leveraged the social graph of Google's chat platform. While the specific feature is retired, the capability to provide remote support remains a standard feature in modern productivity suites, with Chrome Remote Desktop serving as its direct successor. hangouts remote desktop