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2009-04-08T17:25:26Z

Anonymous: split 'not recommended' into 'not recommended' and 'forbidden'

A '''''BitTorrent Client''''' is computer software that utilizes the BitTorrent P2P protocol to download and upload data. The original BitTorrent client was released in 2002 by Bram Cohen. Since then, many different clients have developed, all of which are at least partially based on the original BitTorrent client.

==BitTorrent Clients==
'''Please be sure to avoid all clients listed as ''[[BT Clients#Forbidden|Forbidden]]'' unless you want your account disabled. Also, keep in mind that ''[[BT Clients#Not Recommended|Not Recommended]]'' clients are not suggested to use with BoxTorrents because of various reasons.'''

===Recommended===
;[http://www.utorrent.com/ µTorrent] or [http://www.utorrent.com/ uTorrent] (Windows, WINE)
*One of the most preferred clients on BoxTorrents. This client is known for having a small distribution size, despite being feature rich, and using little system resources. Available for Windows and WINE emulation only.

;[http://www.vuze.com/app?service=home Vuze (''Azureus'')] (Windows, Linux, Mac)
* One of the most preferred clients on BoxTorrents. This client has recently changed name to Vuze from it's old name Azureus.
* What Vuze is unique for is it's community part, which allows you to share torrents easily with your friends.
* While this client is very rich in features, it is written in Java, which makes it slow by nature, and is quite a memory hog. Despite these enormous flaws, it is still one of the best.
;[http://libtorrent.rakshasa.no/ rTorrent] (Linux, cygwin?)
* A mature BitTorrent client built around the libTorrent C++ library. Ncurses-based.
* Uses very minimal resources.
* Often used in a detached GNU Screen session.
* Has [http://libtorrent.rakshasa.no/wiki/UtilsList many] web front-ends available.

===Acceptable===
;[http://pingpong-abc.sourceforge.net/ ABC] (Windows, Linux)

;[http://www.bittornado.com/ BitTornado] (Windows, Linux, Mac)
* Client developed by John Hoffman. This client was the first to include [[super seeding]]. This client automatically bans connections with [[BitComet]] clients.

;[http://download.bittorrent.com/dl/ BitTorrent 5 (''Mainline'')] (Windows, Linux, Mac)
* The official BitTorrent client, nicknamed ''Mainline'' by developers. The last version before BitTorrent Inc. switched to the [[uTorrent]] build.
* The newest version for Mac is 4.27.2 and Linux 5.2.0.

;[http://www.bittorrent.com/ BitTorrent 6] (Windows)
* The official BitTorrent client. It is based on the [[uTorrent]] client. Only big difference from [[uTorrent]] is that it comes with support for BitTorrent DNA™.

;[http://www.167bt.com/intl/ BitSpirit] (Windows)

;[http://deluge-torrent.org/ Deluge] (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)
* Deluge is a lightweight, Free Software, cross-platform BitTorrent client.

;[http://ktorrent.org/ KTorrent] (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)

;[http://thegraveyard.org/qtorrent.php QTorrent] (Windows, Linux, Mac)
* QTorrent bundles it's own version of BitTornado but depend on [http://wiki.python.org/moin/PyQt PyQt] (which you much install separately).

;[http://www.transmissionbt.com/ Transmission] (Linux, Mac OS X, BeOS)
* A client that runs on Unix based systems, Mac OS X, and BeOS. Default client for Ubuntu Linux, Zenwalk Linux and some other distributions. This client is known for having a small distribution size.

===Not Recommended===
;[http://www.bitcomet.com/ BitComet] (Windows)
* This client is not suggested for use in the BoxTorrents community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform.

;[http://www.bitlord.com/ BitLord] (Windows)
* This client is based on the source code of the BitComet 0.56 core and includes adware and malware. It is not suggested for use in the BoxTorrents community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform.

;[http://shareaza.sourceforge.net/ Shareaza] (Windows)
* There exists two Shareza, one false and the true client. '''Shareza V4''' is the false one, and it comes bundled with '''adware'''. '''Shareza V2''' is the true client.

===Forbidden===
;[http://www.xunlei.com/ Xunlei] (Windows)
* Client that doesn't follow the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_(protocol) Bittorrent protocol] properly, reports fake transfer stats to give you a constant 1.0 ratio. Certain to get your account disabled once we find out.

==External Websites==
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_client BitTorrent clients on Wikipedia]

How to create torrent files

2009-04-08T16:52:29Z

Anonymous: added BitComet's example screencap

This article is aimed at providing a simple guide for BoxTorrents users to follow when creating torrents and offering them to the BoxTorrents tracker. Remember to read the [[Blacklist]] before attempting to offer to the tracker.

==Creating Torrent Files with Different Clients==

''Note:'' Ensure that the folder does not contain [[FAQ#What are "extra files" and what should I add?|improper files]] before creating the torrent, unless you have already set up exclusive file filters that remove such files from the created torrent.

===Azureus/Vuze 4.0.0.0 - 4.0.0.2===
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open Azureus/Vuze
# Select '''File''' -> '''New Torrent'''
# In the Trackers box, add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# To select a single file, select the '''Single File''' option. To select a folder containing files and folders, select the '''Directory''' option.
# Press '''Next'''
# Select '''browse''' to select your file or folder with files and folders. Press '''Next'''.
# Use the '''browse''' button to choose a location to store your torrent and a filename for it.
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''Open the torrent for seeding when done''' to begin seeding.
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''Private Torrent'''.
# Press '''Finish''' and wait for the file creation to complete.
# Once complete, press '''Done'''.
# You're done. You are ready to begin offering your torrent.

===µTorrent 1.6.0 -1.8.1===
[[http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e218/kureshii/box%20images/maketorrent.jpg Image:uTorrent's "create torrent" window (with necessary options checked)]]
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open uTorrent
# Select '''File''' -> '''Create New Torrent''', or alternatively select the '''Create New Torrent''' button
# To select a single file, select '''Add File'''. To select a folder containing files and folders, select '''Add Directory'''.
# Select the files or folders you wish to upload and press '''OK'''.
# In the Trackers box, add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# Be sure that the 'Piece Size' value is set to '''Auto'''.
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''private torrent'''.
# Select '''Create and Save as'''..., the .torrent file will be created.
# Select the destination you wish your file to be created in and click '''Save'''.
# You are done. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.

===Official BitTorrent 6===
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open BitTorrent
# Select '''File''' -> '''Create New Torrent''', or alternatively select the '''Create New Torrent''' button (The icon looks like a Sun for 6.0.0 to 6.0.3 | a magic wand on 6.1)
# To select a single file, select '''Add File'''. To select a folder containing files and folders, select '''Add Directory'''.
# Select the files or folders you wish to upload and press '''OK'''.
# In the Trackers box, add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''Private torrent'''. '''1'''
# Select '''Create and Save as'''..., the .torrent file will be created.
# Select the destination you wish your file to be created in and click '''Save'''.
# You are done. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.

'''1''' - Also, you may want to check '''Start seeding''' so you do not have to worry about doing so later.

===Transmission 1.3x===
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open Transmission
# Select '''File > Create Torrent File...''' or click the Create Torrent File button on the toolbar
# Select your file(s) or folder(s) in the file dialog that opens and press '''Select'''
# Click the "+" button under the Trackers box and add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# In the comments box, type any information that you want downloaders to know (this may include the author's name, torrent contents, or other information about the torrent)
# Check the '''Private''' checkbox
# Select where you would like your torrent file to be saved to by clicking '''Change...''' and click '''Select'''
# Click '''Create'''. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.

===BitComet 1.xx===
[[http://img142.imageshack.us/img142/6682/bitcomet1xxtorrentmaker.png Image:BitComet's "Make torrent" windows (with necessary options checked)]]
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it (them) to be presented. (i.e. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open BitComet
# Select '''File > Make Torrent...''' or click '''Make''' button on the toolbar
# Select '''Single File''' if that's what you want to offer, otherwise select '''Directory (Multi-Files)''' for a folder containing files and/or subfolders and press "'''...'''" button to select the file or non-empty folder that you wish to upload
# Leave '''Piece Size''' as '''Auto''' unless you know that autodetected piece size will be different from what you think you really need
# Put '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php''' line into tracker list.
# Check the '''Private Torrent''' checkbox
# Uncheck the '''Align files to piece boundaries''' checkbox
# Note the location where your torrent file will be saved to ('''Output''' section); change it if necessary
# Select '''Publisher''' tab
# If you don't know what '''Publisher Info''' section does, leave all fields empty, checkbox unchecked and proceed to next step; otherwise consider filling '''Publisher Name''' with your BoxTorrents' nickname (or simply "BoxTorrents" without quotes) and '''Publisher URL''' with link to your torrent (e.g. '''http://www.boxtorrents.com/torrent/1234567890/Your_Torrent's_Name_Here.html'''); don't embed those because if you do and will change them in the future (e.g. due to changed link), all downloaders will have to redownload your torrent file and rehash their files since torrent's hash will change.
# In the '''Comment''' section, type any information that you want downloaders to know (this may include the author's name, torrent contents, or other information about the torrent)
# Click '''Make Torrent'''. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.

How to create torrent files

2009-04-08T15:49:26Z

Anonymous: added BitComet 1.xx

This article is aimed at providing a simple guide for BoxTorrents users to follow when creating torrents and offering them to the BoxTorrents tracker. Remember to read the [[Blacklist]] before attempting to offer to the tracker.

==Creating Torrent Files with Different Clients==

''Note:'' Ensure that the folder does not contain [[FAQ#What are "extra files" and what should I add?|improper files]] before creating the torrent, unless you have already set up exclusive file filters that remove such files from the created torrent.

===Azureus/Vuze 4.0.0.0 - 4.0.0.2===
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open Azureus/Vuze
# Select '''File''' -> '''New Torrent'''
# In the Trackers box, add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# To select a single file, select the '''Single File''' option. To select a folder containing files and folders, select the '''Directory''' option.
# Press '''Next'''
# Select '''browse''' to select your file or folder with files and folders. Press '''Next'''.
# Use the '''browse''' button to choose a location to store your torrent and a filename for it.
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''Open the torrent for seeding when done''' to begin seeding.
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''Private Torrent'''.
# Press '''Finish''' and wait for the file creation to complete.
# Once complete, press '''Done'''.
# You're done. You are ready to begin offering your torrent.

===µTorrent 1.6.0 -1.8.1===
[[http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e218/kureshii/box%20images/maketorrent.jpg Image:uTorrent's "create torrent" window (with necessary options checked)]]
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open uTorrent
# Select '''File''' -> '''Create New Torrent''', or alternatively select the '''Create New Torrent''' button
# To select a single file, select '''Add File'''. To select a folder containing files and folders, select '''Add Directory'''.
# Select the files or folders you wish to upload and press '''OK'''.
# In the Trackers box, add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# Be sure that the 'Piece Size' value is set to '''Auto'''.
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''private torrent'''.
# Select '''Create and Save as'''..., the .torrent file will be created.
# Select the destination you wish your file to be created in and click '''Save'''.
# You are done. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.

===Official BitTorrent 6===
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open BitTorrent
# Select '''File''' -> '''Create New Torrent''', or alternatively select the '''Create New Torrent''' button (The icon looks like a Sun for 6.0.0 to 6.0.3 | a magic wand on 6.1)
# To select a single file, select '''Add File'''. To select a folder containing files and folders, select '''Add Directory'''.
# Select the files or folders you wish to upload and press '''OK'''.
# In the Trackers box, add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# Place a checkmark in the box that says '''Private torrent'''. '''1'''
# Select '''Create and Save as'''..., the .torrent file will be created.
# Select the destination you wish your file to be created in and click '''Save'''.
# You are done. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.

'''1''' - Also, you may want to check '''Start seeding''' so you do not have to worry about doing so later.

===Transmission 1.3x===
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it to be presented. (ie. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open Transmission
# Select '''File > Create Torrent File...''' or click the Create Torrent File button on the toolbar
# Select your file(s) or folder(s) in the file dialog that opens and press '''Select'''
# Click the "+" button under the Trackers box and add the address '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php'''
# In the comments box, type any information that you want downloaders to know (this may include the author's name, torrent contents, or other information about the torrent)
# Check the '''Private''' checkbox
# Select where you would like your torrent file to be saved to by clicking '''Change...''' and click '''Select'''
# Click '''Create'''. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.

===BitComet 1.xx===
# Assemble the file(s) and folder(s) in the way you wish it (them) to be presented. (i.e. Series in folders, Manga in archived files, OSTs organized by CD)
# Open BitComet
# Select '''File > Make Torrent...''' or click '''Make''' button on the toolbar
# Select '''Single File''' if that's what you want to offer, otherwise select '''Directory (Multi-Files)''' for a folder containing files and/or subfolders and press "'''...'''" button to select the file or non-empty folder that you wish to upload
# Leave '''Piece Size''' as '''Auto''' unless you know that autodetected piece size will be different from what you think you really need
# Put '''http://tracker.boxtorrents.com:2710/announce.php''' line into tracker list.
# Check the '''Private Torrent''' checkbox
# Uncheck the '''Align files to piece boundaries''' checkbox
# Note the location where your torrent file will be saved to ('''Output''' section); change it if necessary
# Select '''Publisher''' tab
# If you don't know what '''Publisher Info''' section does, leave all fields empty, checkbox unchecked and proceed to next step; otherwise consider filling '''Publisher Name''' with your BoxTorrents' nickname (or simply "BoxTorrents" without quotes) and '''Publisher URL''' with link to your torrent (e.g. '''http://www.boxtorrents.com/torrent/1234567890/Your_Torrent's_Name_Here.html'''); don't embed those because if you do and will change them in the future (e.g. due to changed link), all downloaders will have to redownload your torrent file and rehash their files since torrent's hash will change.
# In the '''Comment''' section, type any information that you want downloaders to know (this may include the author's name, torrent contents, or other information about the torrent)
# Click '''Make Torrent'''. You are now ready to offer your torrent to the BoxTorrents tracker.