I use a single provider and multiple indexers, and it is an objectively better experience when compared to torrents. Very fast downloads and I almost always find what I am looking for. For old or esoteric stuff, I rely on Internet Archive or YouTube.
I do hit an infrequent failed attempt but that is due to me relying on a single provider/backbone.
Long and short, usenet is viable and convenient for me than torrents and paid streaming and gaming subscriptions.
Can’t remember my setup. I think I have 2 providers and 1 indexer. Haven’t had much issue finding things. It’s actually my primary source for most things. Easier than torrents.
gosh, that’s a lot of work - good on them!
I’ve been out of the Usenet scene for ages, does it still require multiple providers and/or indexers to be viable?
Viable is a broad term.
I use a single provider and multiple indexers, and it is an objectively better experience when compared to torrents. Very fast downloads and I almost always find what I am looking for. For old or esoteric stuff, I rely on Internet Archive or YouTube.
I do hit an infrequent failed attempt but that is due to me relying on a single provider/backbone.
Long and short, usenet is viable and convenient for me than torrents and paid streaming and gaming subscriptions.
Yeah Usenet is cheaper than netflix and much better than torrents for a lot of content.
Can’t remember my setup. I think I have 2 providers and 1 indexer. Haven’t had much issue finding things. It’s actually my primary source for most things. Easier than torrents.
What services do you use? I’ve been wanting to try it
IIRC, my setup came from Dr. Frankenstein’s self hosting blog. I have accounts a newshosting, nzbgeek, & nzbplanet.