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'''FrostWire''' is a [[Free and open source software|free, open source]] [[BitTorrent (protocol)|BitTorrent]] client, first released in September, 2004, as a [[Fork (software development)|fork]] of [[LimeWire]]. It was initially very similar to LimeWire in appearance and functionality but developers added more features, such as BitTorrent support. In version 5, Gnutella support was dropped entirely, and now FrostWire only uses the BitTorrent network.<ref>http://www.frostwire.com</ref> Development of the program has been active since the program was first released in September 2004.
'''FrostWire''' is a [[Free and open source software|free, open source]] [[BitTorrent (protocol)|BitTorrent]] client, first released in September, 2004, as a [[Fork (software development)|fork]] of [[LimeWire]]. It was initially very similar to LimeWire in appearance and functionality, and containing spyware but developers added more features, such as BitTorrent support. In version 5, Gnutella support was dropped entirely, and now FrostWire only uses the BitTorrent network.<ref>http://www.frostwire.com</ref> Development of the program has been active since the program was first released in September 2004.


== History ==
== History ==

Revision as of 23:03, 2 August 2011

FrostWire
Developer(s)The FrostWire Project
Initial releaseSeptember 2004; 20 years ago (2004-09)
Stable release
5.0.8 / July 18, 2011; 13 years ago (2011-07-18)
Preview releaseNone [±]
Repository
Written inJava
PlatformCross-platform
Available inMulti-Language
TypePeer-to-peer file sharing
LicenseGNU General Public License
WebsiteFrostWire.com

FrostWire is a free, open source BitTorrent client, first released in September, 2004, as a fork of LimeWire. It was initially very similar to LimeWire in appearance and functionality, and containing spyware but developers added more features, such as BitTorrent support. In version 5, Gnutella support was dropped entirely, and now FrostWire only uses the BitTorrent network.[1] Development of the program has been active since the program was first released in September 2004.

History

The project was started in September 2004 after LimeWire's distributor considered adding "blocking" code in response to RIAA pressure.[2] The RIAA threatened legal action against several peer-to-peer developers including LimeWire[2] as a result of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in MGM Studios, Inc. v. Grokster, Ltd..[3]

The second beta release of FrostWire was available in the last quarter of 2005.[4][5]

Since version 4.20.x, FrostWire can handle torrent files and featured a new junk filter. Also, in version 4.21.x they added support for most android devices.

Since version 5.0, Frostwire relaunched itself as a BitTorrent application.

Popularity after LimeWire shutdown

Since LimeWire was closed down on 26 October 2010, LimeWire was put under a court injunction to stop them from distributing the software and developing it, so FrostWire 4 had become increasingly popular[citation needed] as it was almost identical to LimeWire and had similar features. After version 5 Frostwire can only download torrents, and those seeking a Gnutella client will either have to continue using version 4, or switch to another client altogether.

Flooding

After the success of the court case with closing down Limewire, the recording industry has been accused of trying[citation needed]to make FrostWire unworkable by introducing multiple copies of junk files when searches are performed. For example, if one searches for Elvis Presley, numerous files called simply 'Elvis Presley' or 'Elvis Presley (High Quality)' etc. will be listed in the results. Generally, these are either recordings of white noise or a fake advertisement, i.e. a file claiming to contain a copy of a legal settlement with Limewire. Often, they are a recording saying things such as 'Warning, This MP3 download is illegal.' However, these files can be blocked by using the built-in filter.

See also

References

  1. ^ http://www.frostwire.com
  2. ^ a b Thomas Mennecke (September 30, 2005). "FrostWire Prepares for Gnutella's Future". Slyck.com. Retrieved November 24, 2009. {{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  3. ^ Mark Hefflinger (September 22, 2005). "File-Sharing Firms May Be Heeding Cease-and-Desist Letters". Digital Media Wire, Inc. Retrieved October 15, 2009.
  4. ^ Thomas Mennecke (October 12, 2005). "FrostWire Beta Released". Slyck.com. Retrieved October 15, 2009.
  5. ^ John Newton (October 14, 2005). "FrostWire Beta Online". MP3 Newswire. Retrieved November 24, 2009. {{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
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