Well, I've used IRC for about 7 years now. The connection drops you've mentioned happen only once in a blue moon, especially if you use a broadband connection. Most IRC bots are dedicated sending agents, so the download speed you get isn't compromised by you having to expend your upload. If you're a dedicated fansub leecher, IRC is the quickest way to go. People who don't like typing commands or are too lazy (or stupid) to use IRC don't reap its benefits, and are stuck with relying on seeders for their leeching. If you don't believe me, then stick to BT, since you're obviously happier there.
Macross. An experience often imitated, but NEVER duplicated. Shame on those who think otherwise.
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