Peggy,
Roy is completely correct. I have used GoToMyPC, and it works fine, but it costs. LogMeIn is free. There is a LogMeIn Pro, but I have yet to figure out why that is so much better. LogMeIn also has more features. Just check out
http://logmein.com You also have a feature called Remote Desktop Connection if you are using XP. This, of course, is also free and fairly simple to set up. This works best if you are looking for home to office only. The other 3rd party programs allow you to log in to your office computer from anywhere with Internet connectivity such as Seattle or Japan or wherever.