If you're running 2 p2p share programs at the same time then they will compete for bandwidth.

Do this test: Bug Report instructions & sample image Is the result True/False?

Go to Tools>Options>Searching & tell us what your settings are.

Some tips & xtra skills of LW use (see all the off-shoot links): To continue files downlding (click on link)

Is the XP firewall the only firewall you have?

Can you give us a total desciption of your set up:
1. OS version? (eg: Windows 98)
2. What firewalls you have?
3. How much ram?
4. Hard Disk space available?
5. Connection type? (eg: dialup, broadband, cable, etc.)
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers?
7. Where are you trying to connect from (home, school, work, etc.)?
8. What version of Limewire (LW) & Java do you have? (Go to LW's menu Help>About LW...) Will show both LW & Java version.
9. Who is your isp provider?