In continuation of the previous article, regarding the best torrent clients it is worth mentioning another 7!
Different from the real BitTorrent, Halite also resembles utorrent. Ideal for older systems, as it is very lightweight. It does not contain any other functionality, apart from downloading torrents. Available in a wide range of languages.
Another free program is BitComet, which came as a derivative of BitTorrent. If you are running an anti-virus program at the same time, BitComet can use it and scan the files you download. It also does not display ads but unfortunately it is only available for Windows. There are times when BitComet will choose to run processes on your computer without your approval, possibly installing unwanted programs.
Another such client that you may not have heard of is Frostwire. It offers support for all operating systems, is very lightweight, does not display ads and has a wealth of advanced options, making it one of the best of its kind for users with more experience in the field. It is in obscurity as a program, but it has a lot to offer, such as opening torrent files either with URLs or magnet links. Perhaps the time has come for it to gain more traction, as it certainly deserves it.
Another ad-free program is Bitlord. If you decide to try it, as it is a very small and lightweight program, make sure that antivirus program is temporarily stopped, as after installation it requires the download of some files that may be blocked. It is also capable of online file sharing and offers password protection for them.
It is a very capable torrent client. It offers almost all the functions of the previous ones. It has passed various tests, which have deemed it safe from suspicious software, unlike others that sometimes succumb to malicious downloads. Also free from ads, the only negative we can attribute to it is that it currently only supports Windows and Linux.
In the era of torrent clients, which rely on software to operate, such a completely online platform is a welcome change. It is a relatively new product, so there is a lack of features, but its ease of use once you simply enter the site and provide the torrent URL is very positive. If someone wishes, similar software is also available for Windows with a built-in media player and the option of streaming to Chromecast.
Ideal for users who prefer online anonymity is Tribler, as it works in a similar network way to Tor. Unfortunately, this option is disabled when you upload files, rather than download them. It also offers features such as bandwidth management, scheduling, IP filtering and a media player. It only supports Windows systems from XP onwards, but having your online traffic first pass through 3 VPNs is the closest we have seen to anonymity from similar programs and certainly desired by many.
Dangers of torrents
As there are risks associated with downloading from torrents, we need to mention them. Sometimes there is malware contained in them, while in some countries it is illegal to download content that is normally paid for.
Even though the technology being used (P2P file sharing) is legal, copyright infringement is punished in countries such as the US, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom.
