Picture Patrol automatically downloads pictures from newsgroups, decodes them and saves them to your computer, building large collections of free pictures without your constant intervention.

Unlike ordinary newsreaders that require continual user intervention, Picture Patrol takes matters into its own hands, downloading articles from preselected newsgroups, decoding pictures, and organizing files into readily accessible directories based on date and newsgroup. There are several incredible features that users can enjoy with Picture Patrol, that will make them appreciate this software even more. For starters, users have the ability to define collections of newsgroups with support for multiple news servers. Automatic group circulation can be set for a variety of criteria including the number of articles, minutes or pictures, ensuring Picture Patrol is ever-reliable.
Users have ultimate control over where each collection will be stored within their settings, creating unique filenames to keep everything highly organized. One of the most incredible benefits of Picture Patrol is its ability to protect users against corrupted files, offering overall stability for the program.
In conclusion, Picture Patrol is a top-of-the-line software program that provides an exceptional experience for both Windows and Mac OS users. By streamlining the process of collecting pictures from Usenet newsgroups, Picture Patrol is an incredible asset for anyone that is looking to build their own collection with ease. Its exceptional features coupled with its user-friendly interface make it an ideal solution for anyone looking for a hassle-free solution.
Version 1.5.1: Fast support for very large numbers of newsgroups, more reliable throughput graph, no more $$TestFile$$, assigning proper application to pictures, and minor status enhancements
Version 1.5: User-defined collections of newsgroups, support for more than one news server, automatic group circulation, creation of unique filenames, NNTP enhancements, better protection against corrupted files