i open limewire and get DL speeds of 1mbs on average, and this is also typical when not using limewire, but for some reason when i use limewire for more then 2 minutes i can only DL at speeds around 1 to 10 kbs, how ca i keep my dl speeds up?

Hiya...

First, we need to know more about your computer and OS...
And, info re: your ISP and modem setup.
Also, where are you using your computer, i.e. home or office or school or... ?

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asus g1s-a1
vista
2.2 centrino duo
2gb ram

all drivers are at their most current version

comcast cable
and im usually behind an asus wl-500w wireless router

but it doesnt make a difference if im directly connected to the modem or im behind the router hardlined or wireless