*OK* so limewire is gpled.... but hey you know what? 8.50 is *not* a lot to pay for such a great product. not only is limewire the leading developer of the gnutella network.. they have diligently and continuously updated their product.. limewire has improved immensely in reliability since the 1.X days... i download sooo much stuff .. and u know what? 8.50 is NOT a lot of money folks.... thats what? two value meals at taco bell? .. quit being so cheap people honestly.. they could charge 30+ $'s.... I Paid for limewire pro and i have no complaints