Unlike traditional downloads where you get a file from a single central server, torrenting uses technology:
While the BitTorrent protocol itself is perfectly legal and used by companies like Microsoft and Blizzard to distribute software updates, it is frequently used to share copyrighted material without permission. Always ensure you have the legal right to download the content associated with a torrent file to avoid copyright infringement notices. Unlike traditional downloads where you get a file
: You download pieces from "seeders" (people who have the whole file) and "leechers" (people who are still downloading). Unlike traditional downloads where you get a file
: Always run a virus scan on the completed files before opening or executing them, especially if they are .exe or .zip files. Legal Considerations Unlike traditional downloads where you get a file