How to Check Internet Data Usage in Windows 10 Tutorial
1Internet service providers are constantly trying to improve their network speeds to lure customers into faster data plans. But sometimes these faster plans come with restrictions — the dreaded metered internet connections, enforcing a limit on the amount of data you can send and receive.
If you find yourself in such an unfortunate situation, it will be critical for you to monitor your network data usage regularly. Thankfully, Windows 10 includes tools to monitor network usage to prevent you going over your data cap.
In Windows 10 there are two different ways to monitor the data that apps can send and receive in a given month, and in this Windows 10 guide, we'll show you how you can monitor your network usage using the Settings app and Task Manager, and their pros and cons.
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Most internet provider plans grant users unlimited access to the web. If your plan limits the amount of data you can use each month, you should monitor your Windows 10 data usage. Then, set limits to make sure you don't go over your plan's designated cap.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, and Windows 10 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Huawei and Samsung.