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Limewire
Limewire is a peer to peer (p2p) file sharing program. All types of files including music, video and software can be shared between users.
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How do you download from LimeWire library to mp3 without iTunes?
How do you download from limewire library to mp3 without Itunes?
Can you get arrested for downloading songs from LimeWire and then buying songs from itunes store?
Yes, if your going to buy it from itunes, why download it off limewire first.
Does my firewall protect me when using LimeWire?
In short no. For limeware to work you have to tell the firewall to let it access your computer. this allows the program to access your PC through a port. If you have given permission for limeware to access through the firewall then anything that comes in on the limeware stream good and bad will be permitted into your computer. I suggest you run an anti virus program as well as the fire wall but even this combination will not guarentee that your PC stays free of viruses and other malicious programs. If you are using limeware or anyother insecure program to exchange files over the internet then you cannot be completely safe from the little nasties that live and breed in cyberspace.
BitTorrent magnet is a URL to the file you are willing to download via your downloader. This magnet file tells your downloader about all the trackers associated with your file. In simple words, this magnet file directs the downloaer towards the file you are willing to download. Hope this helps...
Well the most obvious source is from selling Limewire Pro. Then, theoritically, there a few more less ethical ways that they could make alot of money.
Is it legal to download copyrighted media as long as you don't share?
No, that's like asking if it's illegal to steal a car as long as you don't give it to a chop-shop. Downloading copyrighted material is infringing on the copyright itself, the MPAA and RIAA would have a field day in court if they get you (they will sometimes pretend do be a valid download source, log your I.P., contact your Internet Service Provider and pursue legal action). It's a rare occurrence statistically but it still happens... It's best to look for something under the Creative Commons instead.
Here is some info that is most likely said in the other three answers below.
Answer from the most popular Limewire question in this categoryLimeWire: Legal or IllegalLimeWire and other file-sharing software are legal. Using it to upload or download copyright protected media -- music, videos, images, software -- without the copyright holder's consent is illegal because it is theft.Here are more opinions and tips:
LimeWire says it is legal because technically it's just a "file sharing" service and it is not held responsible for the files that are downloaded onto the system. Only the users are responsible. That's why, when you download songs from LimeWire, it's legal for them, but NOT for you.
Don't be fooled by the fee you pay to use the PRO version of LimeWire. The artists of the songs you download don't get a penny of that! ("LimeWire offers two versions of the software: LimeWire Basic which is free of charge; the other is LimeWire PRO which costs a small fee, features faster download speeds and better search results, including up to 6 months of free updates and customer support via email.")
Even if you download a coyrighted song for your own personal use, it's still illegal. Perhaps one could skate around the issue if they already own a legal copy on a CD, but then why download it if that's the case. Any fees paid to LimeWire are for purchasing the software and that's it.
LimeWire is not illegal software. All it is is file sharing. However, many people abuse this by sharing songs without the copyright. For example, if you have produced a song and then share it on LimeWire, anyone else can legally have it for free. But when you haven't made it, but an artist has, who has copyright on that song (which they all do) downloading that song without permission from the producer is totally illegal.
Downloading songs and other copyrighted material is illegal, but if you wanted to share a music file of you singing or playing an instrument, then that is perfectly legal.
LIMEWIRE IS ILLEGAL! Although, with LimeWire, you will probably never get caught, if you as much as bring your computer in for a repair and a worker sees the program or any music you downloaded from LimeWire, he is ordered BY LAW to tell his boss, and you will get a fine (I had to pay approximately $200.) It's not pretty. Although we all want LimeWire to be legal, it isn't.
The LimeWire software itself is not illegal -- that is why the site is still up and why you can still download it. However, if you download a song from the program and you do not pay copyright on it, that is illegal. Songs from the 1950's (or before that date) are legal to download because their copyright has expired. Anything from after that is illegal to download. However... You are all going to do it anyway, so this is just to make you aware of the legal situation!
Is LimeWire illegal? No, it is not. It CAN'T legally be held accountable for what its users do. Let's put it like this: A major virus takes out the whole of the Internet. But when they trace the source, it leads to Runescape servers, for example. Runescape is an online game that gives its users access to its servers, kind of like LimeWire. Now are the people who own Runescape responsible? Nope, but its users ARE. Same thing with LimeWire. My advice to you is this: Do not use it to access "free" music, or "free" programs... images... and so on and so forth. I have had my fair share of songs I got from LimeWire. And if I could, I would return them to the artists and companies that worked hard to make them.
Here is some info regarding P2P software and file-sharing. If only people would just take the time to read the fine print. I've visited the websites of a few popular file-sharing software distributors and looked for disclaimers, TOS, End User Licenses, etc. I have only quoted bits of relevant information to give you an idea of what to expect. For more detailed info, follow the links I've provided or visit the sites yourself for the full text. Continue reading to see what I found.
LimeWire itself is legal. Downloading any copyrighted song that you do not pay a royalty fee on is illegal and is stealing, unless the artist has given his/her permission to do so. The legality of most P2P sites is questionable, at best. Will you be prosecuted? More than likely not, but the question of legality is another matter. This entire issue has not been resolved as of yet. Could you be prosecuted? Possibly. It is your choice. Agree or disagree, this is how a friend of mine -- a lawyer -- explained it to me.
It's been said again and again. Yes, LimeWire is legal. But not everything you choose to do with it is.
AnswerTorrents and other file sharing software are a big debate which continues to go on... They still operate because they work under specific definitions which mostly don't apply in practice.They are legal because all they do is give you the opportunity to share files, which could be something beneficial for aspiring artists, writers, etc. People who want to share what they have made.
But downloading copyrighted songs, movies, software, etc. is mostly what they are used for, and THAT IS ILLEGAL, because obviously you're not paying the artist nor the record label for aquiring the music.
The problem is that you cant control which files are transfered and which arent.
To conclude this answer: they are made for legal purposes, but mostly used for illegal ones. Downloading music from them is illegal and there are ways in which you can be traced and the label will sue you and take you to court for thousands of dollars, and while the chance is slim, it can happen.
Suggestion: be a good citizen and don't risk it. Be honest: buy the CDs at stores, or buy them from online services like the ones you mentioned.
AnswerWell, I agree with all of the above information, except one piece. They will not take you to court and sue you for downloading Madonna's new album on Limewire. It is more likely they will sue you if you are downloading Madonna's new album, then burning it onto a CD and selling it for low prices. And even then, the chances are slim. AnswerI totally agree.It is illegal to reproduce anything you acquire without a license. TECHNICALLY is is illegal to host a file to be uploaded, not necessarily downloading it.
There is a very fine line when it comes to this subject. That's why they haven't shut p2p programs down.
AnswerAgree with the above. Bittorrent can be used to download files like Linux distros faster, you can also download lots more legal stuff on bittorrent, but it's mostly not anything exciting, so it's best to stick with iTunes and the like, as I do, but the software is legal and a great way to download Linux.Will you lose your internet from frostwire if you get caught?
FrostWire is a file-sharing application that allows users to download and share files over the internet. If you are caught violating copyright laws while using FrostWire, you may face legal repercussions, such as fines or penalties, but your internet connection itself will not be automatically lost. However, your internet service provider (ISP) could potentially take action, such as issuing warnings or throttling your service, depending on their policies. It's important to be aware of and comply with copyright laws to avoid any issues.
Why is using bluetooth to share music off your phone illegal?
not too sure, i dont think so because pirating would be like, recording the song and selling the copies so, i don`t think so
Why cant you get videos from LimeWire?
yes. u know when you type in the title or artist, look above it and you have the video option.
How do you add song info to itunes like the artist info. i transfer it from LimeWire pro?
"Right click" on the song and choose properties (or get info). From there you should be able to click through the different tabs and be able change all the information from the artist info, album, track, year, etc.
I just downloaded Tetris for free from limewire. Now how do i put it on my Ipod?
iPod games can only be purchased via the iTunes store and installed and managed via iTunes itself.
How can you delete songs from LimeWire shared folder on iTunes that were downloaded from LimeWire?
To remove it you have to open up limewire and go to limewires settings, go to the itunes tab and uncheck the box that says to share with itunes. Im not actually looking at it right now but I think youll get what im saying
Is frostwire better than LimeWire?
it depends on what you like if you like movies get frostwire but if you like music get limewire both of them have both music and movies but frostwire has better and better quality movies and limewire has more music than frostwire but when it comes to speed and safety frostwire is the best i had limewire for a weak and deleted it and got frostwire i personaly like froswire and would sugest it.
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How do you download songs from LimeWire to an mp3 player instead of I tunes?
The other guy that gave that answer is a fud, don't listen ,theres an even easier way to do it!
Open Limewire! then go into library then click on saved files and then drag on to your desktop then put it on your MP3 ! $as easy as that$
Answer if you have musicmatchGo to Itunes and click on file and click on import file or folder (single or album) find the song and then it will sync it on youre ipod.Hope it helped (by Jamieson)
Nope limewire is perfectly alright. However some websites are blocked here.
