Internet Download
Manager is an excellent download accelerator that
will care of all your downloads from the moment you install it on your PC.
No need to lift a finger
You can add new downloads from the Internet
Download Manager interface, but it's more usual to let it capture links. This
means that every time you click on a certain file type (which can be specified
through configuration options), Internet
Download Manager will handle the download itself rather than letting the
browser do the job. Everything is automatic: no changing from one app to
another, no copying and pasting, no hassle at all.
Once Internet Download Manager captures the
link, you can either download the file right away or save it for later, which
can be a good alternative if you need all of your bandwidth for the moment and
plan to leave the computer on during the night. Downloads can be classified into
custom categories before starting them and can also be resumed if the
connection is lost or broken.
Internet Download Manager's configuration
menu displays a wide range offunctions
and tools devoted to handling your downloads, such as checking files for
viruses with your own antivirus or limiting the amount of bandwidth used by the
program. There’s also support for server authentication and proxy, FTP and
HTTPS servers.
Speedy downloads - if your router's up to the
job
Internet Download
Manager does accelerate downloads,
although it all depends on your internet connection. That is, don’t expect to
download at the speed of light if you’re still using one of those old-fashioned
56K modems. Internet Download Manager achieves quite satisfying download rates
by using multiple thread connections with servers.
A good program from another era
Internet Download Manager is a solid program
that does what it says on the tin. It accelerates and manages downloads so that
the process is as quick and painless as possible.
That said, these days most people have faster
internet, so the effect of the app will be less noticeable. Even so, if you're
a heavy downloader struggling to manage a slow internet connection, give it a
try - it might just be the boost you're looking for.
Recent changes
· Fixed bugs
Review last updated: 12/06/13
Pros
·High-speed transfer rates
·Integration with all major browsers
·Lots of options and tools to handle downloads
Cons
·Maybe not as useful as before due to
broadband connections
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