Super-seeding

Super-seeding is an algorithm developed by John Hoffman for the BitTorrent communications protocol.

The algorithm applies to a scenario in which there is only one seed in the swarm. By permitting each downloader to download only specific parts of the files listed in a torrent, it equips peers to begin seeding sooner.

In 2003, BitTornado became the first BitTorrent client to implement the algorithm.

Read more about Super-seeding:  Algorithm, Effects, Supporting Clients