Download very large files from the Internet

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To download very large files from the Internet on a computer with limited network speed, users can utilize a download manager that supports pausing and resuming downloads. Recommended tools include BitComet, which allows users to continue downloads after rebooting the computer. It is essential to set the download location to a USB drive to ensure that download progress is saved even after a system reset. This method enables users to download large files in manageable chunks over multiple sessions.

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  • Understanding of download managers and their functionalities
  • Familiarity with USB storage devices
  • Basic knowledge of file management on computers
  • Experience with Internet file downloading
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  • Research how to configure BitComet for optimal download performance
  • Explore other download managers that support resuming downloads, such as JDownloader
  • Learn about managing large file downloads on different operating systems
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This discussion is beneficial for individuals who frequently download large files, including IT professionals, remote workers, and anyone facing challenges with slow network speeds during file transfers.

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I sometimes have to download very large files from the Internet
my company network speed is not too fast to finish downloading them within one or two hours.
As a subcomputer, everything in my computer once stored on desktop will be deleted after reboot.

I am thinking if there is a way to download half a hugh file then store it, the next day when I am online I will continue for the other half.

Thank you
 
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Plug-in the usb, use a download manager that supports download pausing and resuming.
When you going to download that huge file, set downloading location as your usb.

When you pause your download, your download chunk will stay at your usb, next time you resume it, it will continue downloading.

But everytime that computer gets reset, you have to set your Download Manager's download location to your usb, and click the download link again.
 


or you could look for a download manager which does the work for you...like bitcomet (used for downloading torrents)...shutting down your computer and booting it does not restart your download, it continues it from where you finished...
 

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