Posted by Perseus on 10/13/05 01:48

On 12 Oct 2005 09:32:48 -0700, trapps@anix.co.uk wrote:

>Whats winmx? I'm new...

Trapps,

From the homepage of the currently dysfunctional WinMX website:

What is WinMX?
WinMX is a FREE file-sharing program like no other. It allows you to
connect, download, and share files with MILLIONS of other users through
the decentralized WinMX Peer Network. Once WinMX is installed, you'll
have access to one of the largest and most diverse networks of shared
media files in the world. And unlike many other 'peer to peer'
software providers, we respect your privacy and will never sell you out
to spyware. When you download WinMX, you're getting WinMX and only
WinMX, no bundled spyware, no ads, no B.S.

Features
High performance peer-to-peer protocol
Share and DOWNLOAD ANY FILE TYPE
Multi-sourced downloading for maximum speed on broadband connections
Auto-Complete feature continuously seeks out new download sources, even
after WinMX is restarted
Detailed bandwidth monitoring and throttling controls
Complete upload and download queuing system
Fully decentralized chat
OpenNap connectivity for expert users
Powerful docking window interface great for hi-res and multi-monitor
systems
Compatible with most LAN configurations
WinMX respects your privacy and doesn't contain spyware

Requirements
Windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP
Pentium 166 w/ 64MB ram or better recommended

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You can also take a look over here if you like:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WinMX

Greetz,

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Perseus

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