aria2 vs cURL : Which is Better?
aria2
aria2 is a lightweight multi-protocol & multi-source command-line download utility. It supports HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, SFTP, BitTorrent and Metalink, etc.
License: Open Source
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aria2 VS cURL
cURL is a versatile command-line tool primarily used for transferring data with URLs, excelling in single-threaded operations and scripting capabilities. In contrast, aria2 is optimized for multi-threaded downloads and supports a wider range of protocols, making it ideal for handling large files and batch downloads.
aria2
Pros:
- Supports multi-threaded downloads
- Can download from multiple protocols including BitTorrent
- Feature-rich with many customization options
- Handles large files efficiently
- Excellent for downloading multiple files simultaneously
Cons:
- Can be complex for beginners
- Heavier than cURL
- Requires more system resources
- Less suitable for simple tasks
- Not as well-known as cURL
cURL
Pros:
- Widely used and supported
- Strong HTTP/HTTPS capabilities
- Great for scripting and automation
- Good error handling
- Lightweight and simple to use
Cons:
- Limited to single-threaded downloads
- No support for BitTorrent
- Less efficient for large file downloads
- No built-in file segmentation
- Not as feature-rich as aria2
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