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axel

Axel tries to accelerate HTTP/FTP downloading process by using multiple connections for one file. It can use multiple mirrors for a download. Axel has no dependencies and is lightweight, so it might be useful as a wget clone on byte-critical systems. Developed by http://wilmer.gaa.st/main.php/axel.html

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

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Frequently Asked Questions About axel

What is the license type of axel?

axel is an Open Source Product.

Who developed axel?

http://wilmer.gaa.st/main.php/axel.html has developed axel

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