pget ☆
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Description:
File download client
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.2.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Oct 10, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: cli downloader networking utility
Install: brew install pget
About:
pget is a high-performance file download client designed for speed and efficiency. It leverages concurrent connections to maximize bandwidth utilization, making it ideal for downloading large files quickly. The tool provides a simple command-line interface for straightforward file retrieval.
Key Features:
  • Concurrent downloads for speed
  • Simple CLI interface
  • Resumable downloads
  • Progress indicator
Use Cases:
  • Downloading large datasets or archives
  • Mirroring remote directories
  • Scripting automated file retrieval
Alternatives:
  • wget – Standard GNU tool, widely available but single-threaded by default
  • curl – Versatile data transfer tool, often used for downloads but focused on protocol support
Version History
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Oct 10, 2025 4:31pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 478219ce
Sep 16, 2025 1:32pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 8e7f7f75
Sep 11, 2024 8:58am 0 VERSION_BUMP 12685f5d
Nov 29, 2022 10:02am 0 VERSION_BUMP aa5fca4c
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