The differences between Pro & basic aren't huge.

Pro will let you connect to a couple more ultrapeers, so there's the potential for better search results. If you're looking for rare files then you might see more of a difference than if you're looking for mainstream stuff. I haven't noticed any huge improvement.

Pro will also let you connect to a few more hosts for download. The max is 14 hosts, if you have a T3 connection. So there's the potential for faster download speeds.

Try Basic for awhile and see how that works for you before spending the money.

I gotcha beat on the age issue. I've been 29 for 15 years. LOL

well i have had pro before and liked how it ran. so i was thinking of just going pro so i know i am getting everything this software can give with no wonders as to what i could be missing...LOL

i payed for pro about hour ago already have basic but could not get upgraded to pro