*FrostWire* is an open source Peer to Peer (P2P) application based on the
*Gnutella* network and a popular alternative to the now defunct Limewire. In
fact, FrostWire has more than just a few similarities to Limewire, although
unlike the latter, it does not carry advertising and there are no annoying
pop-ups. Just as Limewire was, FrostWire is straightforward and easy to use.
A *simple search bar, divided by category, makes it a breeze to browse for a
file*, whether it is a video, image, audio, or program. FrostWire also has a
*What's New* button to check out what popular files users have recently
exchanged. One particularly handy feature of FrostWire is a special *direct
connect* option. If you know the IP address of one of your friends, type it
in the box and FrostWire will browse to that user's files. This is a quick
way of sharing files with someone you know although it would be even better
if you could enter the username of a user rather than the IP address. In
terms of speed, much will depend on the speed of your own connection. It
definitely helps though if you've correctly opened your router's ports and
whether you're downloading a popular file or not. To avoid the risk of
downloading copyrighted or adult material, FrostWire also allows you to apply
*content filters*. Another handy feature of FrostWire is a built-in media
player. Video and audio can be tested using *Frostwire's media player*
which gives you an immediate preview of your file. It should be noted that
FrostWire is basically a stripped-down version of Limewire, but is a
not-for-profit project. The developer claims it will never support Digital
Rights Management (DRM) or any type of advertising. However, the demise of
Limewire due to legal issues mean that FrostWire may well be targeted in the
future for closure. *FrostWire for Mac is a hugely popular alternative for
anyone who misses Limewire.*Download *FrostWire 5.1.5* in Softonic
