KGet is a download manager similar to GetRight or Go!zilla.
It keeps all your downloads in one dialog and you can add and remove transfers. Transfers can be paused, resumed, queued or scheduled. Dialogs display information about the status of transfers – progress, size, speed and remaining time.
The program supports drag & drop from KDE applications and Mozilla Firefox.
Key Features
- Downloading files from FTP and HTTP(S) sources.
- Pausing and resuming of downloading files, as well as the ability to restart a download.
- Provides lots of information about current and pending downloads.
- Embedding into system tray.
- Integration with the Konqueror web browser.
- Metalink support which contain multiple URLs for downloads, along with checksums and other information.
Website: apps.kde.org/en-gb/kget
Support:
Developer: The KGet developers
License: GNU General Public License v2.0
KGet is written in C++. Learn C++ with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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