i dont need file operations, i want to see what is going on on my desktop (e.g. is the download finished, a.s.o.) and I want to control the media player (e.g. vlc) on my windows pc.

my situation is that i often sit on my couch and watch a movie on the tv, which is connected to the pc. and while watching i would like to control the media player (vlc, winamp, doesnt matter) with the mouse and/or the arrows. and all this WITHOUT using an internet connection.

i hope you understand my needs