Windows 10: Windows 10 Throttling Internet Connection Speed?

I have experienced what appears to be Windows 10 throttling my internet connection speed. It has happened on multiple occasions, and it happened again tonight so I wanted to check with this community to see if there is a possible permanent fix to prevent this from happening again.

Firstly the background information:

I have a 300mb download connection speed from my ISP. I average somewhere between 270mb and 340mb down depending on time of day and network traffic. My upload is pretty consistently around 20mb, give or take a 1mb.

I am using WiFi (802.11ac) on my device which is about 12ft from the wireless router (also 802.11ac) and in clear line of sight.

The issue as I have observed is that my internet connection speed tanks to average about 100mb down. The upload speed appears to be unaffected. I found that to correct the issue, I need to do one of the following:

1) Log in with my Microsoft account in Windows 10. For some reason, my account would log itself out periodically and Windows would prompt a notification to tell me I need to sign in again. This was happening like once a week for a while, but every time I had been signed out, the connection speed would tank.

2) Run Windows Update. I found that even if there is a simple update to Windows available, even optional updates, this can cause Windows to throttle my internet speed. Running the update will correct the issue.

This particular evening was unique and it had me a bit stressed out. I was meeting with friends online to play a game together, but we had not decided on which game yet. Once we met on Discord, we decided on the game and I went to download and install it. The file size was just under a gig, about 940mb or so. Normally, my connection speed would make short work of a file that size. It normally would have been done in a couple minutes at most. Tonight, it took 45 minutes...

I went to check my connection speed and once again, I was only getting ~100mb down. I tried rebooting my modem and router with no improvement. I tried rebooting my computer and still no improvement. Then I checked other devices on my network and confirmed the issue was only with my computer. I then went to check if my Microsoft accound had somehow been signed out, but I was still signed in. So I went to Windows Update and it said that my system was up to date, however, on the same page, it said something along the lines of 'Try the new 20H2 update'. This wasn't a required update, and it seemed more like an advertisement. So I opted to update to this new version, and after rebooting, suddenly my download speeds were back to normal.

Has anyone else experienced this before? Is there a way to stop this behavior with Windows10?

It seems to me, based on my experiences, that Microsoft is throttling my internet connection speed and it is very concerning.

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Internet connection speeds

I'm really curious about this, considering the amount of hoopla every major internet connection provider likes to claim about their services, and many times exaggerated just to help their own sales . . .

So, with that in mind, anyone willing to post up their download/upload connection speeds, and we can see just how much of a difference there is in the various internet connection types.

Hit up Speedtest by Ookla - The Global Broadband Speed Test, choose the location closest to your home and begin the test, afterwards, copy and paste your result here. Also, please list what type of connection you have (dial-up, cable, DSL, VDSL, FiOS, etc) - if you are running through an ethernet connection, please also list whether it's a direct connection, or your LAN/WiFi connection speeds.

So, I guess I'lll start:

Verizon standard DSL - D-Link 802.11g 54Mbps

 

Internet throttled unless using VPN

Greetings,

My name is Rhaine, I'm Independent Community Volunteer. I’m so glad assisting you today

I am also using VPN. Let us work together to sort this out.

If you are experiencing throttling with you internet speed there is a big possibility that your ISP throttle your data.

By using VPN you can get rid of throttling.

Why do ISP’s Throttle your Data?

Internet Service Providers (ISPs) engage in bandwidth data throttling to save money.

By limiting speeds for certain users or websites, your ISP can reduce the data usage on their entire network.

You can go to this link as reference to know more why ISP's throttling your internet speed.

How to Detect & Stop 'Throttling' by your Internet Provider | VPNU

Disclaimer: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product
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I hope the steps and information above helps.

Have a wonderful day ahead and stay safe.

With Warm Regards,

 

Windows 10 throttles internet download speed. Wonky built-in settings?




The speed above is the same as it was with Windows 7. If I remove my router the Download will jump to 110