High internet data usage. I have Windows 11 & have very high data usage through the system.

Johnny132

Hello, I have Windows 11 and I have this problem and I don't know if it's a typical system fault or maybe I have something enabled in Acer, but I have very high data usage through the system as in the picture. Can someone help explain what's going on with this? Thank you for your help

[Edited the thread to add issue detail]

GAMING6698

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/710321/high-internet-data-usage

High data usage on Windows 11 can stem from various factors, including background updates, cloud services, or malware. To manage this, consider the following steps:

1. Set a Metered Connection: This limits background data usage. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi/Ethernet and toggle on Metered connection.
2. Set Data Limits: Navigate to Settings > Network & Internet > Advanced Network Settings > Data Usage. Here, you can enter a data limit for your connection.
3. Check for Malware: Run a security scan to ensure no malicious software is consuming data unnecessarily

GAMING6698

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/710321/high-internet-data-usage

Its Delivery Optimization is a Windows 10 feature that allows your computer to download updates, apps, and other content from both Microsoft servers and other PCs on the internet. This helps reduce the load on Microsoft's servers and can potentially speed up downloads for you and others on your network.However, Delivery Optimization can also consume a lot of bandwidth, especially if you have a slow internet connection. Many users have reported issues with Delivery Optimization using up all their bandwidth.

Disabling Delivery Optimization is generally safe and can help free up bandwidth if it's causing issues on your system. You already did by modifying registry value.

Yes, the Windows Firewall can contribute to high data usage.

GAMING6698

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/710321/high-internet-data-usage

High data usage on Windows 11 can stem from various factors, including background updates, cloud services, or malware. To manage this, consider the following steps:

1. Set a Metered Connection: This limits background data usage. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi/Ethernet and toggle on Metered connection.
2. Set Data Limits: Navigate to Settings > Network & Internet > Advanced Network Settings > Data Usage. Here, you can enter a data limit for your connection.
3. Check for Malware: Run a security scan to ensure no malicious software is consuming data unnecessarily

Johnny132

Ok, I'll scan for malware.
I've found another solution for this issue, but I have no idea what exactly this option in the system registry is about, maybe you've already encountered this? I am providing this solution below.
Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc

Double-click "Start" in the right-hand pane, then set Value Data to 4 and click OK

Close Registry Editor and restart (don't shut down) your computer

One more question, is it possible that the windows firewall has something to do with this?
Thanks

GAMING6698

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/710321/high-internet-data-usage

Its Delivery Optimization is a Windows 10 feature that allows your computer to download updates, apps, and other content from both Microsoft servers and other PCs on the internet. This helps reduce the load on Microsoft's servers and can potentially speed up downloads for you and others on your network.However, Delivery Optimization can also consume a lot of bandwidth, especially if you have a slow internet connection. Many users have reported issues with Delivery Optimization using up all their bandwidth.

Disabling Delivery Optimization is generally safe and can help free up bandwidth if it's causing issues on your system. You already did by modifying registry value.

Yes, the Windows Firewall can contribute to high data usage.

Johnny132

I see, I turned it off. What I'm wondering the most is why the system downloaded so much data in 30 days. We'll see how much it will be after another 30 days :D Thank you very much for your help ;)