ExaTorrent is an open-source torrent client that allows you to download files using the BitTorrent protocol. This tutorial will guide you through the steps to install ExaTorrent on your Windows 11 computer.
Before you start, make sure you have the following:
Open the Command Prompt on your computer by pressing the Windows key + R and typing "cmd" in the Run dialog box.
Navigate to the folder where you want to install ExaTorrent by running the following command:
cd C:\path\to\folder
git clone https://github.com/varbhat/exatorrent.git
Open the ExaTorrent solution file in Visual Studio by navigating to the folder where you cloned the repository and double-clicking the "ExaTorrent.sln" file.
Click "Build Solution" from the "Build" menu to build the ExaTorrent application.
Once the build is complete, navigate to the folder where the built ExaTorrent executable file is located. It should be in a subfolder, for example, "bin\Debug\netcoreapp3.1".
Double-click the ExaTorrent executable file to launch the application.
ExaTorrent is now installed on your Windows 11 computer and ready to be used for downloading files using the BitTorrent protocol.
By following this tutorial, you have successfully installed ExaTorrent on your Windows 11 computer. You can now start downloading files using the BitTorrent protocol. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, refer to the ExaTorrent documentation on GitHub or seek support from the ExaTorrent community.
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