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computer & internet

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2013 10:33 am
by horavetha
Is there a way to slow another computers internet speed down? My brother opens a million windows and skypes and I can't play call of duty because the connection sucks so bad. Is there anyway I can make his computers internet speed slow to a crawl? Please help me my next option is punching him in the face! Thanks in advance guys!
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Re: computer & internet

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2013 10:59 am
by the Savage Hippie
If he is using a cable - unplug it.

Re: computer & internet

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2013 12:09 pm
by JebbX
If you're both connecting through a router you might be able to configure the QoS, but that's quite technical.

Re: computer & internet

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2013 3:18 pm
by Archea47
There's also software like NetLimiter, but it's only free for 30 days

Re: computer & internet

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2013 7:32 pm
by Believe
I would suggest simply getting online first.

If that doesn't work, then definitely punch him in the face.

Re: computer & internet

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2013 7:41 pm
by Musicman247
Barring a punch in the face (seriously, you are abusing your signature), I would say try and work out an internet usage schedule with your brother.

That and play a good single-player game like Morrowind, Oblivion or Skyrim instead of Call of Duty.

Re: computer & internet

Posted: Tue Feb 12, 2013 10:36 am
by Andere
Generally, the net is like the common electric wiring: it's all for everyone. You may, depending, adjust your router, like in http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/282 ... -household, but it may be somewhat tough.

The nice and neat way would be to agree about things with your brother.