GitHub introduced a Downloads section, allowing repository members to upload files easily, replacing the previous feature with Releases. This section provides straightforward file uploads with progress indicators, and the resulting URL varies based on the repository's privacy settings. Public repositories benefit from Amazon's CloudFront service for fast downloads globally, while private repositories generate time-limited URLs for security. Uploaded files count against the repository owner's storage space allocation, and the process requires Flash Player 9.0.1 or higher. GitHub uses a modified plugin to facilitate direct uploads to Amazon S3, minimizing server load, and encourages users to manage Flash content effectively by whitelisting GitHub.