Using Usenet is completely legal. You can compare Usenet to the internet. It is a decentralized network in which users can communicate and share information in so-called newsgroups. In these newsgroups members can discuss all sorts of subjects, which are subdivided into eight hierarchies (the ‘Big 8’).

Downloading via Usenet is easy and there is a lot of content to be found. But can you just start downloading via Usenet and is it safe to do so?

Why use Usenet anonymously? The Usenet network guarantees a certain degree of anonymity, but certainly with some caveats and limitations. You can choose to further protect your privacy by taking certain measures. These measures we’ll discuss further along in this article. First of all, it’s important to know why you would possibly prefer to stay […]