In 2008, Comcast, my internet service provider, instituted broadband caps, setting a 250 Giga byte monthly limit. Time Warner started a trial program that year as well, which has since become standard practice in more cities (Rochester, Greensboro, San Antonio).
Well, how do I do know how much I’m using, so I don’t go over the cap and face the consequences?
Comcast solved that problem (at least in my area) last week with a usage meter. I now know that I consumed 10 Gigabits last month, which works out in my situation to over $6/Gb.Continue reading