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Formerly the feature-rich Azureus, Vuze takes Azureus' BitTorrent foundation and builds on top of it a network for video discovery and user-created video publishing tied together by social networking.
From XML torrent options to IP filters, firewall tests to UPnP plug-ins to baked-in social networking, Vuze isn't breaking new ground--the original BitTorrent client has gone this path, too--but it is doing it in an innovative and attractive way. When you install the program, you're faced with an interface that will be instantly familiar to iTunes users. In providing a general overview of their torrents and media playback controls, the new layout emphasizes user-initiated searches.
The Advanced tab has been replaced by My Library. The old Azureus is now completely gone, but because of the demands of users, Vuze 4.0 is much closer to the intent of its progenitor than Vuze 3.1 was. A simple, three-step guide that launches when you start Vuze helps you get acclimatized to the new Vuze. There's still work to be done: memory usage is up around 100MB, and although you can set up private trackers, you can't customize the search box. People new to torrenting or only interested in sharing media files might appreciate this visually active approach.
Vuze:Publisher's Description
From Vuze:
Vuze is the most powerful bittorrent software application to Find, Download, and Play HD video content on the Web. With the latest release, you get powerful new search capabilities, along with the ability to play your HD videos on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPod, Apple TV, Xbox 360, PS3, PSP, and Tivo. Our award-winning P2P bittorrent technology enables users to quickly and easily download HD video with a single click.
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All versions:
4.4 starsout of 1,988 votes
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Current version:
4.3 starsout of 11 votes
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"Fantastic selection of downloads"
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
Ease of use
Cons
Does not always download correctly
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"I have used this app a few times"
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
It works well and smoothly
Cons
Don't know of any
Summary
I like it because it works well and I have had no trouble with it up to now..
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"Excellent Prog."
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
Ver versatile and quality downloads
Cons
Nothing I dislike
Summary
Easy and functional, very little risks with virus etc
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"OUT ******* STANDING"
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
OUT ******* STANDING
Cons
OUT ******* STANDING
Summary
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"good bit torrent client ."
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
good bit torrent client .
Cons
full detail of torrent downloading file.
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"Not bad but must keep watch."
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
Easy interface. Easy to use.
Cons
Disappears for any computer activity, despite the permissions given. It asks for donations but I guess that does not offer any priviledges. I do not like the $25 yearly fee for the expanded use.
Summary
OK to use but it is unstable. If you like unattended download, this program may not be for you.
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"Another great version from Vuze"
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
Nothing so far
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"It does everything I need"
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
It works as it should. Perfectly
Cons
no cons at all.
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"I love it!"
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
fast, easy to use, and i can download torrents from any computer with Vuze remote
Cons
does not sync with itunes 9+
Summary
Very easy to use
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"Real easy to use, fast, and plugin support."
Version: Vuze 4.4
Pros
Nice interface and great charts. Has everything you could ask for.
Cons
To the people who want the old azureus back do this:
Tools > Options > Interface > Start. Then press the "Show" button. There you go, more RAM for you, and less extra stuff.
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