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seeder

seeder

1 5.8
A computer or person that shares files so others can download them
  • noun
  • /ˈsiːdər/
  • Jargon
translation icon : sembrador
  • It also depends if those seeders have their connections set up properly.

Examples

  • When there are more seeders for a torrent, the download speeds usually increase significantly.

  • There can be 100+ seeders available, and you can still get low speeds.

    Blog text (3)

  • It really depends on how fast those seeders are uploading.

    Blog text (3)

  • Many users rely on a single seeder to download large files quickly in a peer-to-peer network.

  • The seeder was essential in making the latest software available for everyone to download.

Synonyms

peer
vsseeder
  • Specialized
47 6.0

A computer on a network that shares files directly with others

focuses specifically on keeping files available for others to download in such networks
sharer
vsseeder
6 3.6

A person who gives or gets part of something with others

focuses specifically on keeping digital files available for others to download in networks
uploader
vsseeder
  • Texting
2 3.5

A person or program that puts files on a website

shares files directly with other users in networks without a central server
seedbox
vsseeder
  • Jargon
1 7.5

A computer on the internet with a fast connection for sending and receiving files

is usually a person or local computer rather than a remote server

Compounds

cloud seeder
  • Specialized
7.6

A person who adds tiny particles to clouds to make rain

How Active

seeder
  • Jargon
1 5.8
uploader
  • Texting
2 3.5
downloader
  • Texting
3 3.4

Surface Forms

seeder singular
seeders plural

Morphology

seeder = seed (semi-transparent) = seed + er

Standard agent nominalization from the verb 'seed'; the role in peer-to-peer networks maps onto the verb's sense of making data available.

Etymology

Seeder comes from seed, used as a name for a source that lets more grow. In file sharing a seeder keeps and gives the original file so copies can spread, and more seeders help the download grow faster.