Boosting Download Speeds at UofM Dorms

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around strategies to enhance download speeds for torrenting in the dorms at the University of Michigan, particularly in the context of network restrictions and packet filtering. Participants explore various methods, including the use of proxies and VPNs, while expressing concerns about potential repercussions from the university's network policies.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested, Technical explanation, Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration with slow download speeds (3kb/s) while using Azureus as a torrent client.
  • Another suggests using a transparent proxy on port 80 and mentions that Azureus has a configuration option for this setup.
  • A participant requests clarification on how to implement the suggested proxy solution, indicating a lack of experience with such configurations.
  • Concerns are raised about the potential consequences of bypassing network security, with one participant recalling strict enforcement of policies in their own dorm experience.
  • Another participant expresses a willingness to try the proxy method despite the risks, citing a need for better download speeds for academic purposes.
  • A participant notes a significant difference in upload speeds at the library compared to the dorms, highlighting the issue of network performance.
  • Instructions are provided on where to input proxy information in Azureus, along with a warning about the risk of internet suspension. A suggestion is made to consider using a VPN tunnel as a safer alternative to mask torrenting activity.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best approach to improve download speeds, with differing opinions on the risks associated with bypassing network restrictions and the effectiveness of proposed solutions.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of familiarity with technical solutions, and there are unresolved concerns regarding the implications of using proxies or VPNs in relation to university policies.

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I am in the dorms at the University of Michigan and I was wondering if there was anyway to get around the packet fitlering so I can get download speeds above 3kb/s. (Its sad when I get excited that my torrent is downloading at 3kbs/s)

I use Azureus as my client.

thx ahead of time
tom
 
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You can use a transparent proxy on port 80. Azureus has an option in its configuration for such setup.

Do a google search for public proxies to find ip/ports you can use. Make sure it is trasparent. Otherwise the connection is going to be really slow.
 
I'm not really sure what you mean. Could you explain a bit more what I would have to do. I haven't messed this this kind of stuff before.
 
Sure your not going to get into trouble trying to bypass network security? I know when I was in the dorms for my college they were very strict about such things and evictions were common.
 
I don't know... I guess I'll try it until they say something... I just need to be able to have normal torrent download speeds...its driving me nuts. I need programs and such for school. Plus a movie here and there is nice.
 
I mean I get 2mb/s upload at the library but in my dorms... come on
 
Go to Options->Connection

You'll see proxying of tracker and peer. That's where you stick the proxy info.

Btw, Greg is right, you might get your internet suspended if you try this. If your smart you might want to go with a VPN tunnel instead. That would garantee that the school wouldn't know your using bittorrent. All they would see is lots of bandwidth used.
 

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