Hi

The issue is not the slowness of the download but its reliability. I have no problem with any download at 1 or 2 kb/s so long as it keeps coming. If by patience you obtain what you want, why worry?

So I assume that you are reporting a high failure rate, ie that downloads start off at 1 or 2 kb/s and then peter out to nothing.

LW is not a spectator sport. You have to play it actively like a game. If you are only getting a nominal reponse from your connected host, cut your losses and try for a better connection with another host. Once you find a source that appears more reliable, you have to play it like a fish. There are a number of strategies you can find to optimise downloading. If you are prepared to put in the effort, you will be rewarded by improved results.

Have fun. Treat it as a challenge. But if you just sit there and watch connections fail. . .!