1. Use points 1 & 2 here: Fixes for Limewire ie: reinstall Java using the "Offline" installer, & delete your LW preferences folder.

2. Did you configure your firewall so it allows LW full access (advisable not to have 2 active firewalls b/c they can interfere with each other); Firewall configuration instructions (click on link)

3. Don't rush into using LW after you open it. Let it settle for 10-20 mins before using. Also, don't use the Resume/Find Sources on all your files if you use it at all, this WILL have the effect of using up all your computer's resources! If you use this function, use it on only one to 3 files at once. Also don't downld too many files at one time.

4. See the following link & follow “ALL” the off-shoot links to find hints & extra skills to help: To continue files downlding (click on link)