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Open your Task Manager, then the Services tab, and locate the equivalent process. If the PID has a lot of open network connections in the Command Prompt, and it is a service you don't recognize, you can either stop the service and see if it clears your bandwidth issues or complete an internet search to figure out what the process is and if it's something your system requires. While you're in the Task Manager, to get to another bandwidth troubleshooting tool, click on the Performance tab, and then click on the Open Resource Monitor button at the bottom.
The Resource Monitor is a handy diagnostic tool you can use to check out what's going on in your computer. A glance at the Send and Receive columns shows me that Chrome and Spotify currently account for most of my bandwidth. Seeing programs like Chrome, Malwarebytes, and Spotify at the top of the list is fine because these are trustworthy programs. However, if you see an unknown process or application at the top of the list, draining your bandwidth, it is time to investigate.
Related: Is Your Network Secure? It is a good question. I know in my house, there can be up to ten devices competing for bandwidth at times. At those times, I'm glad I am in control of the router. Not that we suggest cutting your family or friend's bandwidth off. However, if you have a persistent bandwidth drain and you're sure it isn't a device within your control, one of the above tips on monitoring your home network use will uncover the perpetrator.
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