P2P file sharing works by creating a virtual network that allows multiple users to share files. But torrenting reveals your IP address to other parties, who can use it to steal your data. Luckily, there are a few ways to download torrents safely. When you request a file download from a P2P network, every computer works together to upload it onto your device. The full download is complete once all the different parts are uploaded. The benefit is that you can download files faster than from one server.