Windows 10 lets you set up absolute bandwidth limits for updates

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Published onJune 11, 2019

published onJune 11, 2019

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Windows 10users have been complaining about theWindows Updateprocess ever since the OS was initially released back in 2015.

Thankfully, Microsoft is now determined to improve the wayWindows updatesare installed on your machines.

Microsoft plans to give Windows users more control over the download process starting withWindows 1020H1. Microsoft is currently testing a new feature namedAdvanced Bandwidth Settingsin one of the latest Insider builds.

You must be thinking thatWindows 10users can currently adjustbandwidthlimits. So what’s new about this feature? Users can now set an absolute value to restrict the download speed in theWindows Updatesection.

Twitter userAlbacorespotted the feature in the recent Fast Ring Insider Preview builds. As you can see, users need to enter the value in Mbps to enable this new feature.

New hidden Delivery Optimization settings in Windows 10 Build 18912, letting you limit download speeds with absolute Mbps valuespic.twitter.com/hJfzTZBT8b

— Albacore ☁️ (@thebookisclosed)June 5, 2019

Windows 1020H1 allows users to limit thebandwidthconsumed during theWindows Updateprocess. However, these controls are not enabled by default and users need to manually enable this newWindows Updatefeature. Microsoft explains that:

By default, we’re dynamically optimizing the amount ofbandwidthyour device uses to both download and upload Windows and app updates, and other Microsoft products. But you can set a specific limit if you’re worried about data usage.

Windows 1019H2 is scheduled for release in the next few months.

What does this mean for users?

Your entirebandwidthwill not be consumed forWindows updatesonce you adjust these advancedbandwidthsettings.

The feature allows you to set a specific percentage of yourbandwidththatWindows Updatecan use. The feature can be a lifesaver for users who are usingslow internet connections.

ManyWindows 10users often complain about slow speeds while updating theirWindows 10PCs on Wi-Fi. ManyWindows 10users are eagerly waiting for this feature to hit the general public. As one Twitter user said:

That’s awesome! I don’t need to use third party program to limit Internet speed.

If you want to access the newWindows 1020H1 preview builds, you need to enroll in the Windows Insider program.

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