LemonWire

5.7.7

Software information

License:

Freeware (Free)


Updated:

27 Nov 2012


Publisher:

LemonWire

Website:

http://lemonwirep2p.com

Software Screenshots

Size: 5 MB


Downloads: 22407


Platform: Windows (All Versions)

Review by Frederick Barton (Cybersecurity Editor)

on 06 Sep 2012

Transferring large files via conventional means is never a good idea. It takes too long and your connection could be interrupted. If you need a more reliable solution, LemonWire will meet your demands, due to its smart functionality. It is a P2P file sharing application which allows you to connect directly to a host, without the need of torrent files or web sites. It works as fast as your Internet connection allows it and it offers numerous functions which can make your life easier.

Although LemonWire can be installed fast, you should not rush blindly through the process, because the setup wizard could make some changes to your default web browser. Before you launch the application, you should make sure that Java is installed on your computer.

When you run LemonWire for the first time, a wizard will help you make a series of initial configurations. You will need to select a destination folder for your downloads, specify your connection type and allow the program through your firewall. You may also choose to scan your hard drive for media files. If the wizard detects media files, you will have the possibility of sharing the folders immediately.

Like all similar applications, LemonWire places a search function at your disposal. You can either search for files, without any criteria or you can search for video or audio files, images, documents or programs. Depending on what type of data you want to find, you will have to click different buttons, on the left side of the interface. Each button will display different search boxes in the same area. For example, if you want to find a certain song, you may search by its title, artist, album or use drop menus to select a genre and a license type.

While the software is searching, the results are listed in the larger area of the interface. If you spot the file you are looking for, you may select it and click a button to start downloading. You may use different options, on the lower part of the interface, to open the output folder, launch downloaded files, pause or stop download tasks or clear inactive ones. The software comes with a built in media player. The playback controls are located in the lower right corner of the interface and you can even preview audio files while downloading.

Each time you search for something, the results will be displayed on separate tabs. You can also browse a host's files, by selecting one of the results and clicking a button, beneath the results list. Additionally, you can switch to different sections of the interface to monitor incoming searches, view your uploads and browse through your library of shared files.

Pros

LemonWire includes a very flexible search function. It lets you search for specific file types, using a wide range parameters. You can find many other features which are both useful and easy to understand.

Cons

The setup wizard can make changes to your web browser if you are not careful. If you are tired of slow downloads, LemonWire is exactly what you need. It offers a faster and more reliable download experience.

LemonWire
5.7.7

Download

LemonWire Awards


LemonWire Editor’s Review Rating

LemonWire has been reviewed by Frederick Barton on 06 Sep 2012. Based on the user interface, features and complexity, Findmysoft has rated LemonWire 5 out of 5 stars, naming it Essential

5

out of 5