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  "github_readme_excerpt": "# AXEL - Lightweight CLI download accelerator\n\n## About\n\nAxel tries to accelerate the download process by using multiple\nconnections per file, and can also balance the load between\ndifferent servers.\n\nAxel tries to be as light as possible, so it might be useful on\nbyte-critical systems.\n\nAxel supports HTTP, HTTPS, FTP and FTPS protocols.\n\nThanks to the original developer of Axel, Wilmer van der Gaast, and everyone\nelse who has contributed to it over the years.\n\n## Usage\n\nFor usage information, see the manual page:\n\n    man axel\n\n## How to help\nIf you can code and are interested in improving Axel, please read the\n[CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) file; if you\u0027re looking for ideas check our\n[open tickets](https://github.com/axel-download-accelerator/axel/issues/).\n\nAdditionally, there is a\n[google group](https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/axel-accelerator-dev) to\ndiscuss and to coordinate development. You can also find other developers in the\n`#axel` channel on [Freenode](https://freenode.net/).\n\nThe sustainability of the project mainly depends on developers dedicating time,\nso if you want to contribute but can\u0027t code, there\u0027s also the option to fund\npaid development time through:\n\n- *Ismael Luceno*\n  + [Github Sponsors](https://github.com/sponsors/ismaell)\n  + [![Patreon](https://c5.patreon.com/external/logo/become_a_patron_button.png)](https://www.patreon.com/ismaell)\n  + [![Liberapay](https://liberapay.com/assets/widgets/donate.svg)](https://liberapay.com/ismael/donate)\n\n## Installing from binaries\nYour operating system may contain a precompiled version of Axel, and if so you\nshould probably use it.  If the package is outdated please get in touch with the\npackage maintainer or open a support ticket with your distro.\n\n## Building from source\nWARNING: Building from the source code repository is recommended only when doing\ndevelopment, otherwise only use release tarballs.\n\nAxel uses GNU autotools for it\u0027s buildsystem; instructions are provided in the\n[INSTALL](I",
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