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This article explains what is a Peer-to-peer (P2P) networking application. It also talks about the University policy and gives guidance if you need to request a P2P connection when using the Virtual Private Network (VPN) of the University.
Peer-to-peer (P2P) is a type of computer network often used for distributing and sharing files, software, and applications.
A peer-to-peer (P2P) is a decentralized networking application.
In this type of network, each computer acts at the same time as a server and a client. As a client, it supplies and receives files with bandwidth and processing distributed among all members of the network.
When you are connecting to the university network, you are unable to access peer-to-peer networking applications such as BitTorrent, eMule, or Soulseek.
This access has been blocked to:
Cybercriminals are known to use torrents via P2P networking so individuals who use this service increase the risk of being exposed and could end up downloading a file containing a virus or malware onto their device.
For further information on the acceptable use of information, please access the Acceptable Use Policy.
If you need access to a P2P networking application, please submit an access request to the BitTorrent Access Request form.
You will be asked to specify:
Staff and Postgraduate Research Students (PGRs) can access the Software Centre through:
MacOS and Linux users can download software from the University of Southampton Software Download Service.
If you need help, please read the knowledge base article “How to download software”.
You can download software from the University of Southampton Software Download Service.
We strongly recommend using the official application stores:
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