P2P File Sharing

File sharing is when individuals distribute media content through the Internet. Some things that people share are pictures, videos, documents, E-books. P2P file sharing is the use of peer-to-peer platforms to distribute this content. Users are able to search the platform, where media is centralized, for content they want. P2P allows owners to upload content but save on bandwidth costs and introduce content to a large audience. In the article, "Content producers should take advantage of P2P, not fear it," P2P exposes content to millions of users on a daily basis for free. Examples of P2P platforms are BitTorrent, Napster and the Pirate Bay.