How to Speed Up Downloads in Steam
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To speed up your Steam downloads, first, try switching your download region. Sometimes, the servers closer to you might be busier than others. Steam > Settings > Downloads > Download Region, pick a new one, maybe a time zone or two over. Also, ensure Steam isn't limited in its bandwidth usage in the same menu. Lastly, avoid downloading during peak hours; late at night or early in the morning can be much faster!
Honestly, just pause and resume the download. I know it sounds too good to be true, but this trick has saved me more times than I can count. It's like giving Steam a little nudge to get moving!
Limiting other bandwidth-heavy activities might help too. If anyone in the house is streaming or downloading their own stuff, it can choke up your speeds. Maybe ask nicely for a streaming break? Or schedule your game downloads for when the network's less busy.
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