What Is BitTorrent Traffic?
BitTorrent traffic is a term that describes Internet activity related to the use of BitTorrent technology. BitTorrent is a data-sharing technology that allows users to download files from other users across the internet.
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Function
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BitTorrent allows users to share data by uploading and downloading small chunks of data to and from one another. Spreading downloading across many other users can increase downloading speed.
Significance
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BitTorrent is a popular means of distributing data and, therefore, BitTorrent traffic can consume a significant amount of network bandwidth.
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Drawbacks
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Too much BitTorrent traffic can cause networks to run slowly; for instance, if another computer on your home network is running a BitTorrent program, you may experience slowdowns when browsing the Internet.
Potential
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Some Internet service providers place limitations on the amount of data users can download; this can potentially limit BitTorrent traffic.
Considerations
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BitTorrent technology can be used to share copyrighted information, such as music and video files, which may be illegal; the technology itself is not illegal and can be used legitimately to distribute freeware and rights-free information.
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