Charter intends to implement data limits
Charter intends to implement data limits
I was browsing Twitter when I stumbled upon this. I expected it to happen eventually. This means Comcast, Cox, AT&T, and Charter will now face data limits. I’m curious how long they’ll resist. What will the limits actually be? Will it be a strict cap or just charges for extra usage?
It's quite intriguing. I assumed ISPs wouldn't reinstate data limits after the pandemic ended, because the original reason was infrastructure limits that didn't match real usage. Most seemed to drop the caps once remote work became common, and it appears they're managing the increased traffic well.
We've discovered a way to move more than 1Tb/s through a cable, yet ISPs continue to enforce data limits... That would be tough for me. I consume a lot more than 1TB each month.
Our Comcast data limit resumes on the first day. That means things are going to be tough. Fingers crossed I saved all my Steam games and stuff, hehe. I’m sure I used a lot more than 1TB already. We try our best to stay under the cap, even if I don’t pay the bill myself—I just made sure my parents keep an eye on it. I told my mom I won’t let Comcast take any more of our money.
It seems Comcast isn't just pretending data caps are about handling congestion anymore. The quote comes from an article discussing this change.
I've often questioned the legal requirements for downloading more than 1TB each month. (Unless you have a large household) I've only managed around 200GB last month... and even less before that. Despite streaming 4 to 8+ hours daily in 1080p/60fps on various services, leaving it running quietly in the background. Still, most Canadian ISPs have imposed data limits for quite some time. Recently, they've expanded to unlimited plans for a couple of years, especially with third-party resellers offering such options for over ten years. It's puzzling that U.S. providers are only now accepting data caps. Did they realize their outdated systems couldn't handle the growing demand and thus introduced extra charges after a certain data threshold?
At home we live with three adults and a growing collection of video games. My library includes updates for multiple platforms—Windows, MacOS, Android, Linux—and all the titles I own. The budget for cable is tight, so we decided to cut it back. Previously, Netflix, Hulu, Prime, and Starz were our main entertainment sources. We also have an antenna linked to the network through Plex, allowing us to watch TV broadcasts. My parents, who are in their sixties, enjoy watching a little TV even without the pandemic. During winter months, when roads are icy, we prefer staying indoors. I’m curious about how my sisters manage with four children at home. That would be fascinating to learn. As mentioned, Comcast confirmed their network handled all usage without issues. They’re actually upgrading infrastructure—fiber and more nodes—to reduce congestion. Coaxial cable still has room for expansion. Telephone companies, on the other hand, are struggling; DSL is nearly obsolete. Now they’re either moving to fiber or wireless solutions. T-Mobile provides unlimited data at home, but I’m unsure if exceeding 1TB would be permitted. Their terms of service state they can end service if they believe you’re overusing the network.
Keep watching and streaming content in 4k, downloading games and updates—like Modern Warfare. It seems they’re always pushing limits. Maybe you misread; we’ve faced data caps before, but now they’re lifting them again thanks to the pandemic. Their systems are built for more traffic, and they clearly enjoy charging customers whenever possible.