How to Install a Torrent Client and Download Torrent Files

Bit Torrent is a system for downloading files from the internet. The types of files you can download are anything from movies to video games. Downloading torrent files is illegal unless you subscribe to a paid service site, like BitTorrent.com, so don't say I didn't warn you. Downloading torrent files is a much safer, faster, and more reliable alternative to common P2P programs, like Limewire and BearShare.

There are a lot of benefits to downloading torrent files verse using other P2P programs. Bit Torrent allows large files to be transferred over the internet by providing small pieces of the files from many different sources instead of downloading an entire file from one source. If you are an avid music fan, such as myself, who prefers downloading whole albums rather than individual songs one at a time, torrent files are ideal for this. I have even found entire discographies by my favorite bands on torrent sites. Bit Torrent is also ideal for downloading movies, television shows, video games, and software applications. Since most torrent sites allow users to comment on the files that are being shared, there is minimal spam and viruses being transferred through .torrent files.

The first thing you need to do, is download and install a torrent client for your computer. A torrent client is a program that will allow you to connect to other users and manage your downloads. There are many different clients available for free. All you have to do is type "torrent client" into Google and many results will appear. If you're using a PC, I would suggest using Utorrent. Utorrent is a very small, very fast program that is easy to install, and will use up very little processing power while it's running. If you're using a Mac, I would suggest using Azereus because it is Mac compatible and highly rated by it's users.