I had all sorts of problems when I got started with Limewire. As I learned, the reason I couldn't connect at first was because my connection is via a BT voyager ADSL router.

So, after much research, I discovered I needed to create a static IP then open & forward ports in order to use any p2p. It took a while but I managed to get it sorted, using Manual Port Forward on Limewire. Everything was great.

But recently I have noticed a marked drop in download speeds. Whether I'm downloading 1 file or 20 files, I only ever get a (combined) download speed of 5-6kbps. I'm on a 2mbps connection. I have just upgraded to v4.9.27 & have the same problem still.

I've just checked my connection speed & it's giving me true 2mbps. What's getting me is that it did work fine, then suddenly slowed down. Is my ISP taking a dim view of the way I use my connection & squeezing me out?

Any ideas greatfully appreciated.