Windows Latest software reviews (Windows): SoftonicReviews and free software downloads for Windows, Mac, Palm, Pocket PC, and Mobile Phones. The best programs and games. Buy software directly online.LimeWire Basic 4.18.6 - The world's fastest P2P file-sharing application- September 17, 2008 Limewire, one of the worlds most popular peer-to-peer filesharing applications, has received a lawsuit from the RIAA, who are demanding $115 million in damages, claiming the application promotes the infringement of copyright. Similar applications like Grokster and Kazaa have been forced to go legal and there is speculation as to just how long Limewire will resist until they have to buckle and pay up. 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