Downlds refuse to reload (click on link)
If you're using Mac OSX then there is indeed a backup program you can use for your downld prefs. You'll find it listed here
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/general-mac-osx-support/36377-major-topics-general-osx-help.html But this is ONLY for mac osx & it seems to work. I've tested it.