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WisdomWolfX 11-18-2009 01:45 AM

Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
I don't understand why we are still relying on crazy services like rapidshare and megaupload to share big files like ROMS. They usually don't work from the device, are slow, and the advertisements can be a bit annoying for all involved. I would like to suggest that cooks use something like sugarsync. I would love if they used me as a referral, but that's not important.

You can generate public links so that people can download files directly (ppc friendly and no ads) and it can be used as a sort of backup. Anyone can create a free account that has 2GB of storage.

In the meantime, I'd be more than happy to host the ROMs on my account so that the cooks can post direct links without the hassle of creating/maintaining another account. Just PM me if you want me to host your ROM and I'll set it up and send back a link for you to post within 24 hours.

Here's an example of the way the downloads work:
Calkulin's Touch Pro2 23506 Manila 2.5 ROM

Quiksmage 11-18-2009 01:55 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
I see the bigger issue when a highly sought after rom comes out and people are bottlenecking the connection, though I do not know of your server's stats.

bikeandestroyx 11-18-2009 02:12 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Most people dont want to pay for service, or they don't realise how cheap it is to get their own domain. I bought alexauv.com and the hosting for $50 for a year from dreamhost. I get unlimited downloads storage and a fast server. This is a lot cheaper than megaupload or rapidshare and its much better.

WisdomWolfX 11-18-2009 02:18 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
It's not my server. I'm using sugarsync. I pay monthly for 30GB of storage so I can sync/backup files between my laptop, netbook, and desktop. But you can get a free account with 2GB of storage easily.

Either way you can share individual files with a public link (like the one above) or you can share a whole folder of files, but other people have to have an account to view it. I intend to download most of the ROMS here to a single folder which I'll share for easy access by SS users later.

I wonder if I'm making this too confusing. Let me know if you have questions or if I need to re-explain.

bikeandestroyx 11-18-2009 02:22 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by WisdomWolfX (Post 1339458)
It's not my server. I'm using sugarsync. I pay monthly for 30GB of storage so I can sync/backup files between my laptop, netbook, and desktop. But you can get a free account with 2GB of storage easily.

Either way you can share individual files with a public link (like the one above) or you can share a whole folder of files, but other people have to have an account to view it. I intend to download most of the ROMS here to a single folder which I'll share for easy access by SS users later.

I wonder if I'm making this too confusing. Let me know if you have questions or if I need to re-explain.

I realise that, i was stating that getting your own host/domain seems to be the best/cheapest way. You dont have a limit to storage or bandwidth. How much do you pay for 30gb of storage?

WisdomWolfX 11-18-2009 02:26 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
$5/month. But in my case the primary use is the sync between multiple computers with versioning. I just discovered the public links feature and thought it would be a perfect way to solve the problem of ad supported third-party download services. Just trying to find a way to give back to the community since I don't have the time/patience to create a quality ROM like I'd like to.

bikeandestroyx 11-18-2009 02:31 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by WisdomWolfX (Post 1339475)
$5/month. But in my case the primary use is the sync between multiple computers with versioning. I just discovered the public links feature and thought it would be a perfect way to solve the problem of ad supported third-party download services. Just trying to find a way to give back to the community since I don't have the time/patience to create a quality ROM like I'd like to.

If you want to go with dreamhost, its a little over $4 a month if you pay for a year. I am just saying this would be the best way at least for me. How much bandwidth do you have for it?

WhiteBlazer01 11-18-2009 02:38 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
I use MMHosting. They are pretty good.

I just want to put this out ther... DO NOT!!!!!! DO NOT use IIC Internet. They are just unbelievable incompetent. Servers go down often, with no urgency for repair, they are run out of... you guessed it - India. I had an online business nearly go out of business because of them (long story, but true).

bikeandestroyx 11-18-2009 02:40 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteBlazer01 (Post 1339492)
I use MMHosting. They are pretty good.

I just want to put this out ther... DO NOT!!!!!! DO NOT use IIC Internet. They are just unbelievable incompetent. Servers go down often, with no urgency for repair, they are run out of... you guessed it - India. I had an online business nearly go out of business because of them (long story, but true).

Haven't had any issues with dreamhost either. I host a few roms here also. I know psyki has dreamhost too and hosts silence roms, or at least used too.

WisdomWolfX 11-18-2009 03:06 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by bikeandestroyx (Post 1339482)
If you want to go with dreamhost, its a little over $4 a month if you pay for a year. I am just saying this would be the best way at least for me. How much bandwidth do you have for it?

Unlimited bandwidth, but it's only a storage platform. I can't host a site or anything off it. It is handsdown the best sync service I've seen. It's like dropbox but better with a touch of awesome. :headbang:

WisdomWolfX 11-18-2009 10:26 PM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Am I the only one that is annoyed by jumping through the hoops for downloads from rapidshare and the like?

rushco 11-19-2009 12:32 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by WisdomWolfX (Post 1342201)
Am I the only one that is annoyed by jumping through the hoops for downloads from rapidshare and the like?

I use Firefox with greasemonkey so I just click the link and it does everything for me and I wait 5 minutes for it to download.

WisdomWolfX 11-19-2009 01:44 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by rushco (Post 1342516)
I use Firefox with greasemonkey so I just click the link and it does everything for me and I wait 5 minutes for it to download.

Care to elaborate? Cause the term greasemonkey covers a broad range of tweaks.

rushco 11-19-2009 03:03 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by WisdomWolfX (Post 1342686)
Care to elaborate? Cause the term greasemonkey covers a broad range of tweaks.

I have this installed to take care of megaupload

http://userscripts.org/scripts/show/56989

and for rapidshare i use

http://userscripts.org/scripts/show/38985

Then I always check back since they update them when the site changes.

Nagrom Nniuq 11-19-2009 03:09 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
My response to this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=586198

I agree. It is absurd to me that anyone is using Rapidshare. It is the worst download service ever. Megaupload is only marginally better. There are a LOT of much better, free, sites for sharing and your setup looks to be the best. However, unfortunately, most people are not able to change nor acknowledge things that are better than what they have, so I doubt this will ever catch on. Sad...

RicoRich196 11-19-2009 03:49 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by WisdomWolfX (Post 1342686)
Care to elaborate? Cause the term greasemonkey covers a broad range of tweaks.

Check out the SkipScreen plugin for Firefox, best plugin I've ever installed after Adblock plus. And Megaupload is not really bad at all, 25-45 second wait and my downloads usually range 700k-1200kbps, it works in Opera Mobile and it's free for both users and uploaders, what's better than free?

Also I really don't know anyone who downloads a rom directly to their storage card on their PPC most people just download it on their computers don't they?

santod 11-19-2009 04:32 AM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
I just use FreeRapid. Especially for multiple links.

FreeRapid is my next application after Wordrider and Damaq. It's a simple Java downloader that supports downloading from Rapidshare and other file-sharing services.

Simply copy and paste your links from a browser to this application. FreeRapid Downloader will handle the rest itself. No more clicking or uncomfortable waiting.

Main Features

  • support for concurrent downloading from multiple services
  • downloading using proxy list
  • download history
  • smart clipboard monitoring
  • automatic checking for file's existence on server
  • auto shutdown options
  • automatic plugins updates
  • simple CAPTCHA recognition
  • works on MS Windows (all, include Win7), Linux and MacOS
  • easy to use
  • multilanguage interface - Arabic, Bosnian, Brazilian portuguese, Croatian, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Farsi, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Turkish and Ukrainian is ready for you!
  • looks amazing
  • simply works!
Currently supported services are:

  • Ifolder.ru
  • File2Box.com
  • WebShare.net
  • FileSend.net
  • Myurl.in
  • Iskladka.cz
  • HellShare.com (+full)
  • QuickShare.cz (+premium)
  • Uloz.to
  • Sdilej.cz
  • Multiload.cz
  • Uloz.cz
  • Share-rapid.com
  • Nahraj.cz
  • FlyShare.cz
  • Edisk.cz
  • Bagruj.cz
  • LeteckaPosta.cz
  • CZShare.com free (+profi)
  • Subory.sk
  • Upnito.sk
  • CobraShare.sk
  • Ulozisko.sk
  • Stream.cz (video)
  • O2MusicStream.cz (video)
  • YouTube.com (video)
  • Usercash.com (crypter)
  • Tinyurl.com (crypter)
  • Linkbucks.com (crypter)
  • RSMonkey.com (crypter)
  • Radikal.ru (crypter)
  • Paid4share.com (crypter)
  • Relink.us (crypter)
  • Anonym.to (crypter)
  • ...others are coming...
  • See a complete list of act

http://wordrider.net/freerapid/

http://wordrider.net/freerapid/shots/main.png


WisdomWolfX 11-19-2009 04:53 PM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
ChazyBaz is using my links at least. I hope they help out at least a few people.

chronster 11-19-2009 11:13 PM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
megaupload isn't bad. rapidshare sucks

CovKid66 11-19-2009 11:23 PM

Re: Why are we still using Rapidshare and Megaupload?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by RicoRich196 (Post 1342873)
Check out the SkipScreen plugin for Firefox, best plugin I've ever installed after Adblock plus.

+1. Discovered this recently and makes RS much more tolerable now :mrgreen:


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