eMule is a popular network client for exchanging ED2K files. In other words, this utility is a PC download manager for users of the World Wide Web who also have the eMule program installed.
General Characteristics of eMule
eMule was developed on May 13, 2002 by a team of programmers who wanted to find a worthy alternative to the original client of the popular eDokney2000 network for Windows. The goal was to create a download manager with advanced features and an attractive interface. The eMule client instantly became popular, pushing all the competitors for ED2K out of the market of similar software. Numerous modifications were created on its basis, including cross-platform mods.
The key difference between the program and other P2P clients is the open source code. This feature saves the user from obtrusive ads and the risk of getting malware on his computer.
13 reasons for eMule popularity
The benefits and features of the client:
- eMule leverages several networks to create one reliable one - ED2K, Source Exchange, Kad. The latter is still in testing phase and is only usable in version 0.42.
- The program is based on a queuing and credit system which allows you to increase the speed at which users receive files.
- The client is absolutely free and contains no adware such as Adware or Spyware. The developers have not created the client to make money but to optimize your own work in the eDonkey2000 network.
- All files are checked for errors during downloading to avoid incorrect file exchange.
- Thanks to smart error checking, you can quickly fix corrupted file data.
- The eMule Download Manager is equipped with a source manager and a number of automatic settings. These options allow you to download multiple files at once without worrying about client status.
- Using the Preview feature, you can examine the quality of an incompletely downloaded file or archive (unpackable with any archiver). To preview video files you should add the Video Lan Client program to the client.
- The program has a web service and a server that allows you to manage eMule using the Internet connection and your cell phone. In the latter case, the device must support the Java language.
- All downloads can be sorted into self-created categories.
- The client has a set of tools for effective file search: -Global or local search on the server; -Search on the WWW; -Search by Kad network in the alpha-version;
- If necessary, the client allows you to apply a complex Boolean search model, which reduces the percentage of inappropriate output.
- The program includes a system of inter-client interaction in the form of text messages. You can also add users to your friends list.
- The eMule Download Manager is synchronized with the IRC client that allows you to chat with people from all over the world.
Fresh versions of the program appear on the official site every 1 to 3 weeks.
