LottaNZB is a simple and automated Usenet downloader for NZB files. It has a refreshingly simple interface which fits into the GNOME desktop.
LottaNZB aims to simplify and automate the download of binary news from the Usenet, a world-wide internet discussion system. You can tell LottaNZB what to download using NZB files, which are created by many Usenet search engines.
LottaNZB integrates nicely with GNOME desktops, but is not limited to that environment. It uses the mature SABnzbd software as its foundation.
Key Features
- Polished user interface.
- Stand-alone NZB Usenet client or as a front-end for a SABnzbd client running on any computer.
- Queue multiple NZB files directly from within your file manager and web browser at once.
- Arrange the download queue and add NZB files using drag ‘n drop.
- Define multiple Usenet servers with or without authentication.
- Limit the bandwidth used to download.
- Easily configure both SABnzbd and LottaNZB without having manually edit configuration files.
- Plug-in support.
- Bandwidth throttling support.
- Easy to use configuration assistant.
- Extensive API for third-party applications.
- Available in different languages besides English including Danish, Dutch, French, German, Norwegian and Spanish.
Website: launchpad.net/lottanzb
Support:
Developer: LottaNZB development team
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
LottaNZB is written in Python. Learn Python with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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|---|---|
| SABnzbd | Web-based binary newsgrabber with NZB support |
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| NZBHydra | Meta search for newznab indexers and torznab trackers |
| Jackett | Implements the Torznab and TorrentPotato APIs |
| Pan | Based on GTK2 and looks like Forte Agent |
| Sonarr | Smart personal video recorder and media management |
| Headphones | Automated music downloader for NZB and Torrent |
| Prowlarr | Indexer manager/proxy |
| Usenet Reborn | TUI client for Usenet enthusiasts |
| NZBGet | Binary Usenet downloader |
| Nyuu | Command-line binary usenet poster |
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