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Limewire is "peer to peer" (often called P2P) software that connects your computer to other peoples computers (and they are connected to your computer) which allows you to share files (such as music, videos or games) between the computers. LimeWire does not control what is available to share over such a network.
If the files being shared have been created by the owner of the computer and they have agreed to freely distribute their creations you can legally download those files. If the files being shared are commercially produced material that are controlled by copyright and distribution rights then it is illegal to share the files. The licensing agreement (See links below) you accept when you use LimeWire says:
"By using the Program you agree and represent that you will not use the Program to share, distribute or download Illegal Materials."
And their guide to copyrights says:
"Your activities on peer-to-peer networks such as LimeWire may be monitored by copyright owners. Violation of copyright laws may subject one to substantial money damages. Copyright owners have sued thousands of people for infringement of copyright over peer-to-peer networks."
As you do not know where the files are coming from they can also be installing viruses or other malware into your computer which can compromise your safety and security.
LimeWire operates a store where you can legally buy songs just like any other store.
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Is it illegal to download music from LimeWire and then copy it in a CD form your self?
It sure is illeal. All movies and Music are copyright protected. Therefore any downloading is illegal.
I want to find the song LeFreak?
you could maby download it form bearshare or limewire
Is it illegal to download a free book form the internet?
it is not "illeagl" or illegal
How you download vedo songs form internet?
how we download video song from internet ?
Which is the best website for songs download?
best songs websites are (you can download and listen songs form this websites) (1)- beemp3.com (2)- mp3skull.com
How do you download Tamil songs form the net and from which website i can do it?
u can download latest Tamil songs at : http://kk-hunter.blogspot.com/
How do you take songs or movies of your 4GB ipod?
download it form itunes?
Where can you download free Indian karaoke songs?
You cannot reliably download any indian music in Karaoke form.
How do you download music to iPod without losing songs on iPod?
You can download music without losing songs. Unless your iPod doesn't have any more room for music. You can download songs from iTunes. You can buy songs form the Apple store or you can download songs from a CD. You can put music on your ipod by dragging the song(s) to the little iPod logo, located on the right hand side of the iTunes menu.
Can you download songs of YouTube?
yes, you can. My friends and I are using this Free online YouTube to mp3 to get music from YouTube. You don't need to registered or download any software , you can convert & download high quality songs directly form YouTube.com to your iPod. Convert youtube to mp3: http://www.shareyoutubemp3.com
Does downloading on LimeWire carry viruses to your computer?
Yes, but that's the risk you take using Limewire. Limewire Pro does come with a form of AVG that is said to get rid of the risk, but I believe there is risk no matter how you look at it.
What website can you use to download songs to your Ipod directly?
None!! The itunes app/app store is the only form of getting stuff directly to your ipod.
