🚀 Streaming file transfer over WebTorrent (torrents on the web)

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Imagine you could share files with friends in just a click, effortlessly, without wearying over those clunky email attachments or sketchy third-party file-sharing services. Well, that's exactly what the gang over at WebTorrent has cooked up with their flashy project, "instant.io". This gem promises 🚀 streaming file transfer over WebTorrent (yep, torrents on the web) - and it's as cool as a cucumber. By leaning on the WebTorrent protocol, instant.io powers up your browser to download and upload files smoothly, almost like magic, without the need for any pesky plugins. Whether you're team Chrome, flying with Firefox, or cruising on Opera (both desktop and Android), instant.io has got your back. And hey, if you're a bit of a tinkerer, just pop `localStorage.debug = '*'` in the console, give it a refresh, and you'll be swimming in detailed log output in no time. For those who just wanna dip their toes into some file transferring fun, worry not! You don't even need to get into the nitty-gritty of hosting your own server - the WebTorrent script does the heavy lifting for you. More curious cats can dive deeper by checking out webtorrent.io for a treasure trove of information. Now, let's say you're ready to roll up your sleeves and want to get a clone of instant.io running on your very own server. The process is smoother than a stack of pancakes: 1. Snag the code with a simple `git clone https://github.com/webtorrent/instant.io`. 2. Navigate to your new directory with `cd instant.io`, and then install the goods with `npm install`. 3. Make a quick pit stop at `config.js` to set the IP/port you fancy your server listening on. 4. For those who want to tackle NAT traversal (helping peers connect behind firewalls), copy `secret/index-sample.js` to `secret/index.js` and adjust the options to a valid TURN server. 5. Kickstart the server by running `npm run build && npm start`. Feeling extra spicy? You can create a shareable link by tossing a torrent infohash or magnet link at the end of the URL. Drop in something like `https://instant.io#INFO_HASH` or `https://instant.io/#MAGNET_LINK`, and voilà! Multiple torrents? No prob. Add 'em all in the same browser window and let the magic happen. The project comes with the WebTorrent seal of approval and an MIT license, giving everyone the green light to tinker and share. Hooked already? Swing by their GitHub repo for more details and join the streaming revolution with instant.io.

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