DMOZ - Computers: Software: Internet: Clients: File Sharing

Lightweight tools aiming to enhance the functionality and speed of file-sharing programs: LimeWire, BitComet, Ares Galaxy, Azureus, eMule, FrostWire, BearFlix.

Filetopia

File sharing tool with public key encryption, instant messages, chat, free e-mail, message boards and file collection organizer.

The giFT Project

A modular daemon capable of abstracting the communication between the end user and specific file-sharing protocols. Features a homegrown p2p network, OpenFT.

Gnomoradio

Music sharing, playback, and recommendation program for Creative Commons licensed songs. Gnomoradio is free, open source software for Linux/UNIX systems.

GNUnet

Free (GPL) peer-to-peer framework of the GNU project with a focus on anonymous file-sharing. Works under Linux, BSD, OS X and Windows.

iMesh

A clone of BearShare which connects to the same, proprietary network approved by the RIAA. Requires a monthly subscription for full access, only music files controlled by acoustic fingerprinting and video files under 15 minutes are allowed.

Konspire

A searchable, distributed file sharing system with no central servers, and resumable file transfers. Written in Java 1.1 for portability.

MLDonkey

Open source, multi-platform, multi-protocol client. Includes support for eDonkey2000, Overnet, BitTorrent, Direct Connect and Fasttrack, and is written in Objective Caml.

Mute File Sharing

Multiplatform peer-to-peer file sharing network designed to maintain users' anonymity. Mute is free, open source software for multiple operating systems.

MXPie.info

Provides information, tutorials and several patches to make WinMX work since Frontcode Technologies abandoned its development. Also includes a support forum.

OpenP2P.com

O'Reilly Network's source for Peer-to-Peer (P2P) developer news and information. Topics include Napster, File-Sharing, Collaboration, Freenet, Gnutella, and P2P applications. Provides essential peer-to-peer articles and resources.

Publius Publishing System

Web publishing system that is highly resistant to censorship and provides publishers with a high degree of anonymity.

Qnext

Unified Communication, audio, video, multi protocol, IM's-Sharing photos-files & music streaming.

QP2M

Open source peer 2 mail application for Windows and GNU/Linux that lets users share, store and manage their files via e-mail accounts.

RetroShare

Open Source, cross-platform application that offers secure chat and file sharing features. Includes screenshots, a wiki and a support forum.

S3 Browser

A freeware Windows client for Amazon S3 Service and Amazon CloudFront. It can manage users and groups and grant various permissions to folders and files.

Shareaza

Open source multi-network P2P client for Windows. It is able to download a given file from the BitTorrent, Gnutella, Gnutella 2 and eDonkey networks simultaneously.

Shareaza Plus

Derived from Shareaza, it has a redesigned network core developed in an attempt to provide better stability. Also aims to speed up file searches and downloads and has additional features for advanced users.

Sharelin

Offers an open source client compatible with Unix platforms for the G2 network which is also used by Shareaza. Includes screenshots and a forum.

Soulseek

Free file sharing application. News, forums, FAQ and tutorials.

StealthNet

Open source client for the Rshare anonymising peer-to-peer file sharing system. Includes screenshots, tutorials and a forum.

StreamSec 2PCube

Integrated client and server with strong encryption designed for small groups on large networks. Features include file sharing, messaging, news and chat.

WASTE

Software and protocol enabling secure distributed communication and file sharing for small trusted groups of users.

WinMX Community Patch

Official Download Location for the free WinMX Community Patch Installers. This patch makes the original WinMX client connect to the new servers run by the WinMX Community.

WinMX World

Offers a support forum, tutorials, information for system administrators and patches to make the old client work with current servers.

WWW File Share

File sharing system with a browser-based client allowing sharing amongst closed networks of friends.