Disabling File Sharing in BearShare




Disabling File Sharing in BearShare
It is not possible to completely disable filesharing in BearShare. The downloads directory, My Downloads by default, must be shared. To remain in compliance with the Eligibility and Acceptable Use Policy you must remove all copyrighted files from this directory and continue to remove new ones as soon as they are downloaded. To remove other shared folders follow the instructions below. For older versions of this software click here. If you are just installing BearShare, you can remove extra shared folders during setup. In the Folder List window, click Deselect All. Sharing Setup This will appear to remove all shared folders because all check boxes will turn gray, but the My Downloads folder will still be shared. If BearShare is already installed, select Folders... from the Setup menu. SetupMenu Click the Deselect All button. Shared Folders As during setup, this will appear to remove all shares because all check boxes will turn gray, but the downloads folder will still be shared. You must remove all copyrighted files from this folder. Shared Folder Key My Downloads