what's the deal? I am unable to download ANY file. the program just sits idle.
 

again am forced to download updated version. have triple checked that I am allowing all files and downloads. the searches come up valid, but I am unable to download ANY file. the program just sits idle.

any help?????

Yea, the Later Versions of LW are nothing but trouble. If you want to go back to an older version, here are a couple of links.

Old Version of Limewire Download

Download LimeWire Basic 4.12.6 - FileHippo.com

I think the last Good version was 4.12.6

If you have a Pro Subscription and you don't want to go back to an older version, then you'll have to find a fix here on the Forum for the download problem.