The Basic version is FREE yes! Go here to get it: http://www.limewire.com/english/content/download.shtml

Don't forget to do these things:

1. Install Java 1st before installing LW but install Java from your Comp, not over the net!

2. Configure your firewall so it allows LW full access (advisable not to have 2 active firewalls b/c they can interfere with each other); Firewall configuration instructions (click on link)

3. See the following link & follow all the off-shoot links to find hints & extra skills to help you with downld issues: To continue files downlding (click on link)

4. Look at the Stickys at the top of each section to learn tricks & things to avoid. Start here & see "all" the links: Downld/Upld Problems Sticky

5. Simple User Guide: http://www.limewire.com/english/content/userguide.shtml