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P2P Filesharing Although the recent growth of user-friendly file-sharing networks such as Napster has only now brought Peer-to-Peer (P2P) networks and file sharing into the public eye, in fact methods for transferring files and information between computers have been around almost as long as computing itself. But now, thanks to the development of a number of easy-to-use P2P file sharing applications, the reach and scope of peer networks has increased dramatically. Everyone …

…have described here both have their advantages and disadvantages. While Gnutella is one of the most sucessful filesharing networks today, you can be sure that more will arrive on the global scene soon. The most important thing to remember about filesharing is that it is a mode of communication; it can make your life easier by giving you direct access to a wealth of knowledge and information. And as we all know, knowledge is power.