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  Hybroid on 02/01/2021 - 07:37

  +1

  Oh wow, bit of a blast from the past. Is Usenet still used nowadays for any real purposes other than Linux ISO distribution?

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    inubaran on 02/01/2021 - 08:13

    Looks like it’s still used as torrent alternative. I also frequently see these deals and it looks like it’s still actively used when you see the comments.

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    redcreek200 on 02/01/2021 - 11:47

    It's used for everything from messaging to sharing files. Only a 'blast from the past' for those unfamiliar with its content and usage :) Personally I use it for ebooks, tv and movies. Others will use it completely differently.

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      Hybroid on 02/01/2021 - 12:46

      +5

      So yes, 'Linux ISOs'.

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  Ostrich on 02/01/2021 - 08:21

  Still actively using usenet, lots there (especially with right provider and obfuscation). Need a mix of usenet and torrent for completeness, but when its available and very very large files makes it alot easier at usenet full speed (NBN i can pull 11MB/s).

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    [Deactivated] on 02/01/2021 - 08:24

    Guides/info pls? #notacop

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      Daabido on 02/01/2021 - 10:13

      +1

      The first rule of usenet is not to talk about usenet.

      But, at a minimum you will need three things; a usenet provider, a usenet indexer, a downloader.

      https://www.howtogeek.com/71315/the-how-to-geek-guide-to-get…

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      redcreek200 on 02/01/2021 - 11:50

      Just google it. Plenty of tutorials out there.

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      B-Man02 on 02/01/2021 - 14:22

      Yeah anyone point out how to set it up?
      If i get this what else do i need.

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      Ostrich on 02/01/2021 - 16:28

      For usenet;
      1. Use this for access to server/files. I use astraweb.
      2. Use an indexer to find what you want to download (nzbgeek, you can get lifetime access for $40USD).
      3. Downloader app e.g.
      - 'newsbin pro' is good for obfuscated posts, free license from reddit.
      - I also like 'newsleecher' GUI, its free to use app but very expensive for full package (usenet + search etc)

      For bittorrent
      1. 'uTorrent' downloader app
      2. VPN/proxy: i use BTguard. Hides your IP.
      3. Bittorrent indexer (heaps on internet) to find what you want

      For more complex usenet setups you can use sonarr / radarr for auto downloading files when theyre posted, but I have found 99% of what i need through above.

      Files on usenet are subject to 'takedown' where companies threaten legal action if the usenet provider doesn't remove certain files.. so thats why availability of some things can be patchy.

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  pacificstorm on 02/01/2021 - 09:12

  Any promo for block accounts?

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  deepfriedchips on 02/01/2021 - 12:25

  Is this an indexer?

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    elcap on 02/01/2021 - 13:39

    Provider only

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      deepfriedchips on 02/01/2021 - 13:59

      Oh right. I already sub to newshosting, would this add anything to that?

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        elcap on 02/01/2021 - 14:22

        theyre on different backbones so it would be good as a secondary provider

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  Dealma on 03/01/2021 - 11:12

  Hi Rep,

  Singed yesterday but as a beginer has trouble setting it up. Set up the Newsleecher and NZBget as per guide. However, not able to access as the server is showing offline.

  Also, do you have instruction how to get access to usenet otherwise.

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  mt2000 on 03/01/2021 - 14:00

  Thanks OP