Limewire recently announced a number of upcoming upgrades to its P2P software. The company is going more social by adding social networking features into verson 5.0 of its software. The company also shared its vision of turning Limewire into a platform for services.

Here is a list of upcoming features in Limewire 5.0:

Set up secure personal sharing networks based on existing contacts; users can choose to limit distribution to personal network only

Integrate buddy lists from Jabber-compatible services

Provide better virus protection

Interface with The LimeWire Store

Easier navigation with a new visual design of both website and application allowing users more security and better ability to manage shared files, download, search and connect with friends

Via: MarketWatch

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