I am confused as well. I repeatedly get the same problem as you describe. All I know is that I'm getting fed up with this constant tweaking of this program/firewall/ports/router/etc/etc.. As a last resort, I'm going to try a different isp provider (adsl vs. cable) and see if that makes any difference. I get it tomorrow. If it doesn't improve then I guess I'll look for alternatives. I'm not holding my breath. I don't understand why I can bounce around the web, downloading stuff super fast with high speed cable, but when it comes to a p2p like l/w, it's just so darn slow. I obviously don't understand this technology. Like I said, it may just be the nature of the beast. If that's the case - good riddance.

dijon