Background Apps That Slow Your Internet
Cloud sync, updates, and streaming apps often run quietly and reduce your available bandwidth.
Common culprits
- Cloud backups and file sync.
- Operating system updates.
- Streaming devices in the background.
How to find them
- Check task manager or activity monitor.
- Look at router bandwidth usage tools.
Best practices
- Pause heavy uploads before a speed test.
- Schedule backups overnight.
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What is the most common mistake?
Relying on a single test result or ignoring Wi‑Fi conditions is the most common mistake.