downloads feezing up?

[henryt35]

Whenever i use sexuploader, megaupload, or rapidshare to download larger files, I can NEVER get them b/c the download just stops. I will be hanging at 45% completed forever. Does this happen to anyone else? Do I need more RAM? Is it my cable company? This is SO frustrating and I can never get an answer. Hopefully you guys can help me out. Thanks!

[Guzara]

What is the size of the files you are downloading?

How much RAM do you have?

[henryt35]

I think I have 512 of RAM

anything over 10 mpgs freezes up. I have no idea what it could be. I also have problems with streaming stuff. Like MLB live audio.

[Guzara]

That have no matter.

I have 512 mb OF RAM too.

Absolutely I am shure that is not because of RAM.

Check your PC applications, maybe some firewall or security software (like Zone Alarm or similiar) is blocking your download or it's a problem with your cable.

[henryt35]

thanks man I appreciate it. I'll check it out.

[1313Jr.1313]

i was having this problem before... do you have a lot of shortcuts on your desktop??? i don't know why, but when you have a lot of shortcuts and folders on your desktop it causes you to have more lag spikes and if you spike during a dl it will cause the dl to stop, sometimes without starting back up.