What is torrent?

[GypsyAsh]

Hey.. don't shoot me..
but what is torrent? Is it free?..that's the real question..
I keep reading about all of these fantastic DVDS for download on torrent?..
point me to the right direction my friends.

Ciao
Ash
x
P.S. Here are some beautiful lyrics.
My past is perilous
But each scar I bear sings
Monuments to where I have been
And melodies to where I am going

You make me happy
You magnify my better half
You make me certain
Though all I have today is your photograph

*sigh*