How to Set Up Metered Connection in Windows 11

Author: Sam | Guide: Windows 11 |

To disable automatic Windows 11 updates is to designate your Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection as metered. Windows 11 does not automatically download updates over metered connections, meaning you can restrict automatic updates on your system this way. Here’s how you do it:

Step 1: Click on ‘Start’ from your desktop screen.

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Step 2: Choose ‘Settings’ option or Open the Settings app using the shortcut “Win+I”.

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Step 3: Go to the Network and Internet section from the left sidebar.

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Step 4: You will now see the network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) your PC is connected to. Click on “Properties” for your current connection.

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Step 5: On the next page, switch on the “Metered connection” toggle.

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