![]() Such 'virtual' ethernet connections aren't the only possibility, either. Indeed, the reason I ended up on this article is because I have a built-in WWAN card that operates this way. ![]() This also sometimes happens with some WWAN cards and USB sticks. Generally, such a connection will show up on the PC as a virtual wired ethernet interface. The most likely alternate scenario would probably be USB tethering. Though he admitted he is, and that the speed slowdown in the biggest problem, there are a variety of other possible situations, too. You say that OP is apparently using a (cable/DSL/etc.) modem, but that's not necessarily true. However, I think I probably shouldn't be holding my breath :-)Īctually, there are a variety of situations where it makes sense. I suppose I've procrastenated a bit because I was secretly hoping Microsoft would see the light and add scheduled downloads as a feature. I designed a prototype but haven't fully worked through the final tool yet. ![]() On a side note, I've considered building a utility that would allow him to schedule the automatic Windows Update downloads since he has window during the night (around 02:00 - 06:00) where he can download as much as his current speed allows. Within an hour of getting Windows 10 initially installed, it had pulled down nearly 300MB of "stuff" (not really sure what since we were using the latest ISO) before we turned off updates (by killing/disabling the Windows Update service). However, he is limited to 250MB bandwidth per day (he gets charged extra if he goes over the limit).Īs an example, I helped him install Windows 10 on one of his "extra" computers from the most recent (at the time) ISO that I had pulled down from my house (where I have decent broadband). His primary PC is plugged directly into the router via an Ethernet connection. His access comes in through a cable modem attached to a router. His best option is satellite service (HughesNet) which is what he uses. My dad lives in a fairly rural area (in Oklahoma) where there aren't a lot of people so there aren't any great broadband options. ![]()
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