MP3newswire.net: eMule Interview

"The eDonkey2000 network has always been a popular network among the more advanced P2P crowd. For much of this clients history however, its use was limited to these users. This would all change with the advent of eMule. With a streamlined interface and a multitude of options, the eDonkey2000 network grew by leaps and bounds. In addition, it prompted MetaMachine, the creators of the original eDonkey, to ramp up development of their client. This competition has enhanced and strengthened the eDonkey2000 network to make it one of the most powerful communities in existence. We'd like to thank the eMule development team for taking the time to participate in this interview.

"SlyckTom: MetaMachine has displayed reservations about supplemental software connecting to the eDonkey2000 network. Are their concerns justified and do they include eMule? Read our eDonkey interview here

"Monk: Much of that interview is already old news. (ie: MM now has a Hybrid.) There concerns may have been justified with other clients, but not eMule. We made it a priority to make sure we played fair and even helped forcing other bad clients play fair by blocking loopholes in the protocol..."

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