LimeWire

 

LimeWire: LimeWire is a multi-platform Gnutella client with nice features like auto-connect, browse host, multiple search, upload throttling, connection quality control, library management and sophisticated filtering. It is built for the both the novice and power user. LimeWire is a superb tool, written entirely in Java, that enables you to easily locate those hard-to-find files on the Internet. It utilizes the Gnutella file-sharing protocol and returns dozens, hundreds, even thousands of hits in the blink of an eye. Just enter your keywords or search phrase to retrieve the results, which are available for download. See screenshot!

LimeWire is a software package which enables individuals to search for and share computer files with anyone on the internet. The attractive tabbed interface lets you monitor upload/download activity, add and remove remote hosts, and connect to remote hosts based on content, connection speed, or locale. You can also view and launch transferred and shared files. Other features include custom filters and support for ignoring other users who aren't adding their fair share of files to the community.

Features: Ease of use - just install, run, and search. Ability to search by artist, title, genre, or other metainformation. Elegant multiple search interface. "Swarm" downloads from multiple hosts helps you get files faster. Unique "ultrapeer" technology reduces bandwidth requirements for most users. Integrated file library with built-in MP3 player. Integrated chat & more.

 

NEW: BitTorrent Support Built-In, Firewall to Firewall Transfers, No Spyware or Adware.

Pros: You can trade MP3s, avi, movies, Games, and programs.

Cons: Always busy! hard to download files, Searches can be slow, Takes too long for a download to begin. that's Gnutella.

 

Home page: limewire.com
Version: 4.8
LimeWire Basic (Free)
Get Pro for a single payment of only $21.95
Size: 5.47 MB
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Windows All, Mac, MacOSX, Linux compatible.
Rating 5 out of 5 WebTechGeeks