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ApexDC++ is a innovative Direct Connect client based on the StrongDC++ modification. ApexDC++ is actively developed and provides a user-friendly interface, unique features, unlimited customisation and a dedicated support team.

ApexDC++ is, and always will be, free from all forms of malware. The project is managed and developed by veterans of the P2P scene and as such we feel we are in touch with the opinions, wishes and requirements of our users.


Auto update

Our new automatic update feature will enable users to upgrade to new versions with ease. The program notifies you of an update, downloads and installs it ready for your next restart. If you do not wish to update, don't press download. 


Resource usage

We have once again worked hard in attempt to make this release run even better for you and feel lighter in general by trying to reduce the total resource usage when running ApexDC as much as possible. 


Stability and fixes 

ApexDC++ 1.2.0 includes a large amount of stability fixes, and has been merged with the later StrongDC++ version to fix even more issues. 


Plugins 

Our new plugin system that was introduced in 1.0 allows a user to increase the amount of features in ApexDC++. We have created a Lua plugin and the appropriate scripts. For more plugin's, see our development forum.


Compatibility: Windows 98, ME, XP, Vista and 7



Info about StrongDC++, copied from StrongDC++ Homepage:

StrongDC++ is a client for sharing files in Direct Connect network. It is modification of program DC++ and it brings many news and features from other modification. Since DC++ is developed under GNU/GPL, you can download source and modify it.


Attention

StrongDC++ has been to designed to share a legal material only! Program developer isn't responsible for activities which the users use this software to.


Main benefits of StrongDC++


Safe segmented downloading

Download one file from more users simultaneously without corruption! This way of downloading dramatically improves download speed, especially for fast connections, and it's safer than classical downloading. Segment position ans size are decided by file size and chunks speed.


Partial file sharing

Allows downloading and uploading parts of file which is being currently downloaded by you or other users. This increases download speed and file expanding over network.


Download/Upload speed limiter

Avoids a full line usage and leaves some speed for web browsing. Realise, that download speed limit is dependent on upload speed limit which is dependent on amount of opened slots/hubs.


Automatic slow downloads disconnecting

Disconnects sources who speed is under certain value for certain time. If download speed during segmented downloading goes too low, the source is disconnected regardless the set value to avoid unnecessary slot usage.


Customization

You can set sounds according to situation, change color scheme or icons, show popup balloons, see emoticons and many more...


Changelog:


Merge: StrongDC++ 2.22 (stability and performance fixes)


Fix: Lua plugin, timer

Fix: Lua plugin, SendHubMessage

Fix: Lua plugin, Workaround for parsing %[lua:...] in user commands provided by scripts

Fix: Get IP Address button

Fix: Hopefully fixed persistent Ignores (long standing issue)


Change: Confirmation dialogs now have those nice checkboxes

Change: Lua plugin, added /luamem command

Change: UserMap is back (threaded checking now like in 1.1.0)

Change: Hide share improved for ADC(S)

Change: Plugins mostly rewritten (no more StrData, bits from ADCH++ etc.)

Change: Additional media spams (ie. all but Winamp) moved to a plugin

Change: Media Toolbar is now available as a plugin

Change: Other minor things and code clean up

Change: Updated installer to NSIS 2.44


Plugin: Lua script plugin 2.00

Plugin: Mediaplayers plugin 1.10


Removed: IPGuard for stability reasons