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GrabIt Setup Guide for Tweaknews
GrabIt is a popular newsreader for accessing Usenet newsgroups. The following guide walks through setting up GrabIt to work with your Tweaknews account.
Step 1: Download GrabIt
- Start by downloading the latest version of GrabIt from the official website.
- Once installed, launch the application to continue with the setup.
Step 2: Launch GrabIt and Add a Server
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Open GrabIt.
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Right-click on "My GrabIt" in the left panel.
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Choose Add Server.
Step 3: Enter Tweaknews Server Details
- In the server settings window, enter the following:
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Server address:
news.tweaknews.eu -
Port: Use 563 for SSL connections or 119 for non-SSL.
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Requires a login: Checked
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Username: Enter your Tweaknews username
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Password: Enter your Tweaknews password
- To use a secure connection, make sure to:
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Check Encrypted server connection (SSL)
- Click OK when done.
Step 4: Configure Connections
Tweaknews allows up to 60 connections. To update this setting:
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Right-click the Tweaknews server you just added.
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Click Server Properties.
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Adjust Max Connections to your preference (up to 60).
Click OK to save.
Step 5: Add Newsgroups
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Right-click on your Tweaknews server in the left panel.
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Select Update Groups.
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After the list loads, select the newsgroups you want to follow.
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Click Subscribe.
Step 6: Searching and Accessing Articles
GrabIt does not include a built-in search feature. You’ll need to use a separate NZB Indexer to find what you're looking for, then import those NZB files directly into GrabIt:
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Use your preferred NZB Indexer to find articles.
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Download your NZB file.
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Open GrabIt and go to NZB Import.
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Click "Add" and browse to your saved NZB file to import the NZB. Click "Grab" to begin accessing the article.
Tips for Best Results
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Make sure SSL is enabled for secure access.
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If you're having trouble connecting, double-check your server address, port, and login credentials.
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For optimal performance, adjust your number of connections based on your Internet speed.
