Troubleshooting Download Issues with Getright and WindowsDownloader

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GetRight sometimes fails to take over downloads, defaulting to WindowsDownloader, which may be due to file extension settings in the download program. Users should check if the desired file extensions are included in the program's options. The appeal of download manager programs like GetRight and Gozilla stems from their ability to enhance download efficiency, particularly for users on slower connections like dial-up, where resuming interrupted downloads can be beneficial. However, with the prevalence of broadband, many users find that they can download files quickly without the need for such software, making it less relevant for casual home use.
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Though i installed Getright, sometimes, when i downloaded files, it was the WindowsDownloader that worked, why ?
 
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I don't really use GetRight but just a sugestion. In my download program's options there's a list of file extensions that can be downloaded. Check if the fille extension is there. I used to have the same problem with *.pdf...
 
What is the attraction to these downloader programs? Half the servers don't support resume dowloading and with broadband I can download anything within a few minutes anyway. However, I did try GetRight and Gozilla when I had 56k years ago.
 
here, the dial-up is not really good (also you pay for local phone calls ), so this kind of programs help a little.
I use it mostly at home for stuff that is not work related...
 

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