BitTornado, alternative Linux à µTorrent (uTorrent)
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BitTornado can serve as a lightweight alternative to uTorrent for users who prefer a command‑line interface and open‑source software. It handles .torrent files and magnet links, and its low memory footprint makes it suitable for older hardware. However, it lacks a graphical UI, system‑tray integration, and advanced queue management that many uTorrent users rely on. It is best for power users comfortable with terminal commands and who do not need a full‑featured GUI.
- Licence
- GPL-2.0
- Prix
- Gratuit
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Ce qui fonctionne pareil
- Both use the BitTorrent protocol and support .torrent files and magnet links
- Both are lightweight and aim for low resource usage
- Both provide peer exchange (PEX) and DHT for decentralized discovery
Ce qui change
- BitTornado is command‑line only, no GUI
- No system‑tray integration or graphical queue management
- No built‑in ad or miner protection (though it has none by default)
- No support for advanced bandwidth scheduling or priority queues
- No automatic update mechanism or integrated settings UI
Ouvrir vos fichiers µTorrent (uTorrent)
BitTornado can read standard .torrent files created by uTorrent, but it does not import uTorrent’s proprietary .config or .torrent files with custom settings. Exporting from BitTornado to uTorrent is not supported; users would need to share plain .torrent files.
Passer de µTorrent (uTorrent) à BitTornado, étape par étape
- Install BitTornado via your distribution’s package manager (e.g., apt install bittornado).
- Download the .torrent file or copy the magnet link you used in uTorrent.
- Run
bittornado <torrent-file>orbittornado --magnet <link>to start the download. - Use
bittornado --listto view active downloads andbittornado --stop <id>to pause or stop. - Configure download directories by editing the config file (~/.bittornado.cfg) if needed.
- Optional: create a system‑tray script or use a third‑party tray utility to mimic uTorrent’s tray icon.
Fonctionnalités clés de BitTornado
- Command‑line interface
- Low memory footprint
- Fast download speed
- Supports .torrent files
- Peer exchange (PEX)
- DHT enabled
Questions fréquentes
Does BitTornado support magnet links?
Yes, use the --magnet option followed by the magnet URL.
Is BitTornado actively maintained?
No, the project is discontinued; use it with caution on newer systems.
Can I use BitTornado on Windows?
No, it is a Linux‑only application and cannot run natively on Windows.