As I see it, the real problem is people see file-sharing networks as a repository they can tap in to get some files and then disconnect! (Kind of like visiting a web of ftp site.)

This behaviour counts for the most leeching imho.

The are several reasons for ppl to behave like this;
- bandwidth considerations (upload limits opposed by their provider)
- resource considerations (not using their PC, or being online 24/7)
- social considerations (unwilling to return the favor of sharing)

All these problems need their own specific solution, which I can't even begin to tackle.

This post is merely to create some awareness to the underlying problems. Any comments?