Libtorrent, developed by Rasterbar Software, is a robust and efficient open-source library designed for the BitTorrent protocol, aimed at providing a comprehensive solution for peer-to-peer file sharing. As a C++ library, it stands out for its high performance and scalability, making it an ideal choice for developers looking to integrate torrenting capabilities into their applications.
One of the key strengths of libtorrent is its adherence to the latest BitTorrent standards, ensuring compatibility and reliability in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. It supports a wide range of features, including DHT (Distributed Hash Table) for decentralized peer discovery, UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), NAT-PMP (Network Address Translation Port Mapping Protocol), and IPv6, which collectively enhance connectivity and performance.
Libtorrent's design prioritizes efficiency and resource management, employing a single-threaded asynchronous I/O model that minimizes CPU usage and maximizes throughput. This makes it particularly well-suited for applications running on resource-constrained environments, such as embedded systems or mobile devices. The library's modular architecture allows developers to customize and extend its functionality, providing flexibility to tailor it to specific use cases.
Security is another area where libtorrent excels. It incorporates advanced features like encryption for peer-to-peer connections, ensuring data privacy and integrity. Additionally, it supports the BitTorrent extension protocol, which allows for the implementation of custom features and enhancements without sacrificing compatibility with other clients.
The library's comprehensive documentation and active community support further enhance its appeal, offering valuable resources for both novice and experienced developers. Whether you're building a full-fledged torrent client or integrating torrenting capabilities into an existing application, libtorrent provides a solid foundation with its rich feature set and proven reliability.
In summary, libtorrent by Rasterbar Software is a powerful and versatile library that stands out in the realm of BitTorrent protocol implementations. Its focus on performance, scalability, and security, combined with its open-source nature, makes it an excellent choice for developers seeking to leverage the power of peer-to-peer file sharing in their software projects.
Release notes:
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Bump version for future release by @arvidn in #7621
Torrent_status::num_pieces counts pieces passed hash check by @arvidn in #7631
Updated numerous action revisions by @xavier2k6 in #7590
Back-port fixes to brew on CI by @arvidn in #7648
Fix setup.py to not use distutils by @arvidn in #7649
Fix integer overflow in piece picker by @arvidn in #7647
Send read_piece_alert after piece passes by @YakoYakoYokuYoku in #7642
Test for set_piece_deadline() by @arvidn in #7652
Default target windows 10 by @arvidn in #7662
Make anti-leech choker never increase score for dishonesty by @Artoria2e5 in #7658
Fix the compilation failure caused by the failure to find std::max by @zzlhyly in #7664
Bump libsimulator submodule by @arvidn in #7673
Assume copy_file_range() exists on linux (unless old glibc) by @arvidn in #7670
Bump cibuildwheel action to v2.17.0 by @arvidn in #7672
Rely on the openssl version already installed on the runner by @arvidn in #7685
Ask msvc to report the correct C++ version in __cplusplus macro by @arvidn in #7545
Attempt to make CirrusCI job more efficient by @arvidn in #7697
Remove aligned storage, as it's deprecated in C++23 by @arvidn in #7698
Attempt to fix msvc version macro builds by @arvidn in #7709
GHA workflow update by @arvidn in #7699
Apply DSCP setting to peers before connecting by @arvidn in #7696
Check settings_pack::max_out_request_queue before alert outstanding_r… by @tkittich in #7714
Improve debug facilities of swarm simulations by @arvidn in #7719
Improve simulator determinism by @arvidn in #7720
Fix issue when closing a uTP connection by @arvidn in #7717
Fix test_copy_file to recognize overlayfs as supporting sparse files. by @arvidn in #7715
Fix some typos by @xavier2k6 in #7728
Don't discard netlink messages for previously seen addresses by @ssiloti in #7737
Fix pre-allocation when changing priority by @arvidn in #7738
Limit the piece size in create_torrent constructor by @arvidn in #7739
Updated numerous pre-commit hook revs. by @xavie
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