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I'm a bit surprised to see so many torrent posts. Are most people still using Torrents? Are most piracy users aware of programs like sonarr or radarr?

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[–] Cypher@lemmy.zip 5 points 2 years ago (4 children)

Probably a dumb noob question, but shouldn't one use a VPN for privacy when torrenting? Wouldn't that add additional cost?

[–] OtakuAltair@vlemmy.net 10 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Live in a third world country and all software is free software. No strings attached

[–] tartarsauce@lemmy.fmhy.ml 7 points 2 years ago

my brother 👏 our authorities are too busy using pirated software to crack down on it. can't imagine some people live in countries where anyone gives half a shit about piracy.

[–] headmetwall@lemmy.dbzer0.com 6 points 2 years ago

Some countries just don't care (even if they have laws on piracy), no vpn needed.

[–] Polymorph@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 2 years ago

There are a few free ones that some like to use. ProtonVPN is an example.I am currently using Nord(paid). However I cant atest to the security of any of them. I have had no issues with Nord.

[–] Ilikeprivacy@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 years ago

I use a free VPN (Windscribe's free 15 GB) from time to time if I'm torrenting something very new. Otherwise I don't use one.