Blog: P2P


File sharing is characterized as the public or private sharing of computer data through a variety of networks and the internet. This allows for a more efficient and advanced way of sharing information, that benefits most. P2P file sharing is a type of file sharing that allows users to access media files like books or games. It uses a peer-to-peer software program that looks for other connected computers on the network to find the preferred content. Some examples of P2P file sharing are LimeWire, BearShare, Gnutella, and eMule. LimeWire allows users to search, share and download files from the internet. BearShare and Gnutella both could be used to share music files and eMule connects both the eDonkey and Kad networks.

The advancements of P2P file sharing continues to grow every day and become more popular. This is evident in Wendy Kaufman’s article, “Peers Find Less Pressure Borrowing From Each Other,” as she mentions Google's involvement. One of the biggest companies, that is Google teamed up with the “nation’s largest peer-to-peer lender” and invested $125 million in Lending Club. This is big because it brings more attention and interest to these programs. In addition, it demonstrates that this platform does not need to be used for music sharing or gaming services. As stated in the article, it could also be used as a peer-to-peer lending operation, where funding could be a lot easier for both parties. There is a lot of value in these P2P programs and will continue to gain value as they grow.  


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“Peers Find Less Pressure Borrowing From Each Other," by Wendy Kaufman

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