LimeWire is a software package which enables individuals to search for and share computer files with anyone on the Internet. LimeWire is compatible with the Gnutella file-sharing protocol and can connect with anyone else running Gnutella-compatible software. At startup, the LimeWire program will connect, via the Internet, to the LimeWire Gateway, a specialized intelligent Gnutella router, to maximize the user's viewable network space.
Some features:
Unlimited simultaneous searches
Customizable spam / family filters
Intelligent packet allocation -- optimizes computing power and bandwidth
Automatic connection configuration for different speeds, from T3 to modem
An open community of similar users, as defined by interests and computing power / bandwidth
Anti-Freeloader Features - Choose to protect and enhance the Gnutella network by "preferring" nodes who share files and information.
Relevancy Scoring -- See which search results are most relevant to the search terms
