How safe are the file sharing softwares like Morpheus and Limewire?
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I think these P2P file-sharing platforms are only as sophisticated as their user.  There is no way for an unsuspecting user to know where or when malware will strike, so it's up to them to stay savvy about the latest virus, trojan, worm, and other malware going around. \n\nCurrently, I use Morpheus to share files.  I did a little homework and decided that Morpheus was the best choice for my purposes.  And, as I have said before, I like Morpheus because it scans files for viruses and so forth after they've been downloaded, since you can configure it to work with your anti-virus software.  To me, that is a definite plus, because I might otherwise forget to scan a file, and as luck would have it,it'd be infected or mis-labeled.  \n\nThe best advice I can give you is to pay close attention when downloading files, and remember to scan them before you open them.  Prior to downloading any files, it might not be a bad idea to check the file size or make sure it's got a known file extension.  \n\nDepending on what you intend to use a P2P client for, you might be safer using something else to share files like Bit Torrent.  Bit Torrent usually features web based searches for large files and so forth.  Some of the more sophisticated P2P file sharing clients are starting to include Bit Torrent protocol as a part of their interfaces.
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I have personally used limewire . Its quite safe though having a firewall installed would be a better bet as it s P2P network and accessing someones computer and other files is not a remote possibility. With a firewall you can be safe.\n\nA hint I would like to give you to avoid viruses etc. is always pay close attention to the size of the file you are downloading. If your downloading a music file download one which is reasonably big and which has many multiple downloads.\n\nThere have been many instances when I have seareched for a file generally music and got only one result . A file thats 149.1 Kb in size. This is a VIRUS or crap Do not download these.\n\nThats all I can say, personally I am very happy with Limewire .
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yes,you can,but you should be aware that limewire carries virus,s
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If you are using Morpheus for P2P downloads switch over to Limewire Pro.For torrent downloads use utorrent. ]\nTorrent downloads are much secure, faster and freely availaible as compared to P2P downloads.
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Morpheus, highly recommended. Limewire turns the comp slow, while Morpheus is fast.
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A big risk, no.  A slight risk, yes.  There is always the chance of getting caught and you most likely never will.  Music you can probably get by with.  Movies are another story as the MPAA is cracking down on people harder than the RIAA did.  Be careful with movies.\n\nStill most people get caught are caught because they are sharing their files.  You can download just don't share anything.  And always be behind a hardware firewall (a router) if you can.  While you're at it you may as well run a software firewall too (Kerio Personal Firewall is my new favorite).  It also depends on the P2P program you are using, don't use Kazaa or Bearshare.  I like Limewire, it's free and relatively safe and spyware free.  But as always check any file you have downloaded with your virus scanner first.  If you don't have one get a free one from Grisoft, http://free.grisoft.com/
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Dangerous in what way?  Limewire could present some very serious risks to you if you're getting music/media that you're not paying for.\n\nIn terms of viruses, you should ensure before downloading anything that you have good anti-virus, anti-spyware, anti-phishing (e.g. McAfee) software on your machine and run periodic system scans.
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limewire or morpheus.
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Those two programs are exactly the same thing. They go haywire after you had them for a while. Uninstall those programs and get morpheus.
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I ask this same question to several of my friends and was told not to use kaza. I use limewire and have never had problems
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limewire and morpheus are good free music download programs
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Its pretty safe, at least its the safer i've tryed, there's no much trouble when you download music or videos but watch out whe downloading executables or programs, its easy to use and you can find tons of files, just keep you anti-virus updated and your firewall up and youll have no problem
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Limewire is the best and you can configure your settings so you won't share files
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yes,  i use Morpheus for my apps and mostly music downloads\nand seldom have problems with viruses.  also imesh but i personally prefer Morpheus. can  download at download.com.\n\n                                     ynelover!
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No Limewire is NOT safe! It will slow down your computer a lot and chances are you might download a virus when you download something from Limewire. I used Limewire for a short time and it made my computer really slow and gave it a few viruses. I don't recommend using Limewire at all!
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limewire. make sure you have anti virus before sharing any files.
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I have been using Limewire for quite sometime and never had any problems but after a download I always check for virus on the file SHARE with my own anti-virus software. If you want something really safe go to (www.mp3searh.ru) you can download full cd´s for $1.18 or less and virus free check it out let me know if you do OK?