Aimster adds search and retrieval functions to AOL's IM service, which already allows users to send individual files to one another. Users can create secured "buddy lists" for file sharing.
The developers of Aimster claim their file-sharing program offers more security than the centralized servers of Napster, where user names can be tracked using software like Media Enforcer, or decentralized networks like Gnutella where end users don't know the parties who are offering up files for sharing
Right now, Aimster is available only between AOL instant messenger users, and is not yet compatible with other providers. Support for ICQ, Yahoo Messenger and MSN are expected by Oct. 1.
The application works with the Windows 95/98/NT platform.
THE COUNT: COLDPLAY IS HOT, COUNTRY'S COOKIN' IN THE U.K.
The latest tidbits from the bustling live sector (3/28a)
SONG REVENUE:
A STYLISTIC STEW MC, divas and singer-songwriters rub elbows. (3/28a)
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THE NEW UMG
Gosh, we hope there are more press releases.
TIKTOK BANNED!
Unless the Senate manages to make this whole thing go away, that is.
THE NEW HUGE COUNTRY ACT
No, not that one.
TRUMP'S CAMPAIGN PLAYLIST
Now 100% unlicensed!
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