Internet Usage
What Does “Internet usage” Mean?
Internet usage is the amount of data your computer sends to and receives over the Internet. Amounts of data are measured in megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB).
Every action you perform online transfers data to or from your computer. The increasing popularity of streaming websites such as Netflix and Youtube, as well as online gaming, are changing the way data is being consumed.
What Does Streaming Mean For You?
Streaming allows you to consume content immediately on the Internet. No more downloading, storing or managing files on your computer or device.
This allows you to watch your favourite content from any streaming website or application, or to play games online instantly. Streaming requires that your computer or other device be connected to the Internet while enjoying the content.
Streaming Video and Internet Usage
Streaming HD video uses, on average, up to 3 GB of data per hour. For example, watching a one hour HD show daily would consume approximately 90GB of data per month. If your current Internet package does not meet your data-usage needs, you could be charged for any extra data you consume.
View my Internet Usage on My Account Watch these titles on Netflix.Recommended Speeds for Streaming
Most streaming websites will work smoothly on Internet connections with speeds of 0.5 megabits per second (Mbps). Netflix recommends 1.5 Mbps or higher for the best experience.
Great news! All our packages offer at least 15 Mbps, giving you the optimal online streaming experience. Imagine how great your streaming experience will be with 40, 60 or even 120 Mbps!
Make Sure Your Network is Protected
With an unprotected network, unwanted guests can access the Internet and use your bandwidth to download or send files. This may cause you to exceed your monthly usage limit, which will lead to extra fees. We recommend you set up a password on your router if this is not already done.
Recommended Packages
Your data usage depends a great deal on your Internet habits, so we offer a variety of packages to fit any need. For example, UltraFibre 40 will match the needs of an average user, for heavy data users,
UltraFibre 60 unlimited is the worry-free package.
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Additional charges will apply for exceeding the monthly data transfer capacity (GB) allowed for each specific Cogeco Internet package. See details. Download and upload speeds can vary with Internet traffic, remote peers, the customer’s network configuration, the use of wireless equipment and other factors. See details. The customer is not authorized to exceed a reasonable limit, such as any usage that restricts or inhibits other users from using Cogeco services in an adequate manner, or creates an unusually large burden on the Cogeco network. The ULTRAFIBRE trademark and family of associated trademarks are owned by Cogeco Connexion Inc. All Internet packages include 2 free installations of Cogeco Security services for desktop and/or laptop computers. Cogeco Security GO with unlimited installations for computers, tablets and wireless devices is available at a regular price of $5.99/month. See details. This award for “Best protection in the World” has been given to F-Secure Internet Security in 2012 from AV-TEST, an independent corporation, in the general public category for their F-Secure Internet Security 2013 service. Cogeco Security service is an F-Secure Internet Security product. Visit av-test.org for details. Wi-Fi hotspots provide free and unlimited Internet access to Cogeco subscribers and limited access to non-Cogeco subscribers. See details.
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