How to Get a License for LimeWire
Sharing large files over the Internet has grown in popularity over recent years, so finding a program that can run smoothly while downloading or uploading the files is important. LimeWire is a widely used program that allows users to do just this. However, like most other types of software, a license must be obtained before it can be used.
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Instructions
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Go to LimeWire.com (see Resources below for a link).
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Click on the green "Get Basic" button on the bottom-right of the screen. If you would like a faster version, select the red "Get LimeWire Pro." This version does cost money, however.
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Click the "Save File" button of the installation pop-up. The file will begin to download to the computer.
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Double-click the LimeWire icon in the downloads window.
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Click "OK" when Windows asks if it should open the executable file.
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Select "Run" on the "Open File" pop-up window.
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Select the language in which you want the program to be in.
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Click "Next" when the "Welcome to LimeWire" screen comes up.
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Choose the desired installation location.
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Following the remaining installation steps.
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Scroll through the license agreement to the end. LimeWire will bring up the agreement before you are allowed to use the program.
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Check "Agree."
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Click "OK," and installation will complete.
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Tips & Warnings
LimeWire is adamant about sending and copying copyrighted material. If you do, you will be breaking the license agreement you signed, and, if you're caught, you can be prosecuted.
