How to bypass a metered connection? (lemmy.world)

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In North America, using Xfinity for reference. I want to create both a home NAS and offline Wiki/media backup. Problem is to get the amount of data I need would blow through my plan and throttle my speed. I guess I could try and do it over a longer period or download just before the billing cycle renews so even if I go over it will reset. I would rather avoid these scenarios, the only other thing I can think of is using a cafe or library connection, that might be what I have to do. Any ideas on places to download massive amounts of data or ways to get around throttling? Thanks in advance.

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[-] Brunette6256@sh.itjust.works 5 points 2 years ago

Ive notice they not meter the Xfinity Free wifi SSID that their rented modem provides. The one where you login with your xfinity account "on-the-go". Its intended for when you are away from home. But I know someone who used it to bypass the metering.

[-] Attack0fthenerd@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago

That's not bad, I bought my modem and router, so it doesn't put out their sideload network but I could use my access to that. Thanks.

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