MP3 Rocket

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MP3 Rocket

MP3 Rocket 5.0.3 on Windows Vista
Design by MP3 Rocket Inc.
Developed by MP3 Rocket Inc.
Initial release 2005
Stable release 5.0.3  (February 28, 2008) [+/−]
Preview release 6.0.0  ( ) [+/−]
Written in Java
OS Microsoft Windows
Platform Cross-platform
Size 3.5 MB
Available in English
Development status Active
Genre File sharing
License GNU General Public License
Website MP3Rocket.com

MP3 Rocket is a peer-to-peer based (P2P) client for the Java Platform, which uses the Gnutella network to locate files . Released under the GNU General Public License, MP3 Rocket is free software. It also encourages the user to pay a fee, which will then give the user access to MP3 Rocket PRO.

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[edit] Features

MP3 Rocket offers a new and unique functionality providing access to live on demand streams for over 3000 movies and TV shows, a Live Radio feature so you can listen to over 500 top live radio stations, and a Game Player with access to over 1000 fun games. Other features include the ability to browse the most popular downloads, publish a personal rating of your favorites, preview files while downloading, an intuitive user interface, and enhanced parental controls through the use of built-in keyword filters.

MP3 Rocket offers the sharing of its library through Digital Audio Access Protocol. As such, when MP3 Rocket is running and configured to allow it, any files shared will be detectable on the local network by DAAP-enabled devices (e.g. iTunes).

[edit] Basic vs. Pro

This program offers a basic (free) version of the program which, according to them, has Standard Network Connections and Forum-Only Support. In addition, there is a Pro version. User have the ability to select from three membership options. Lifetime Unlimited Access, 2 Years Unlimited Access and 1 Year Unlimited Access. Users also have the option to buy the Movie Upgrade Package. The Pro version of the product includes:

  • Upgraded Turbo-Charged Connections
  • Unlimited Technical Support & Free Updates
  • Turbo-Charged Downloads (up to 25% faster)
  • Faster Searches and Access to More Files
  • Faster Download Speeds
  • No "Marketing" Messages or Ads
  • Ability to Customize Your Player's Skins

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