I've only been feeling the effects for the last 2 months then. I'm in the top 5% of users according to Verizon's definiton, I do enjoy Verizon's misinformation in the data disclosure: "How is...
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I've only been feeling the effects for the last 2 months then. I'm in the top 5% of users according to Verizon's definiton, I do enjoy Verizon's misinformation in the data disclosure: "How is this different than throttling? The difference between our Network Optimization practices and throttling is network intelligence. With throttling, your wireless data speed is reduced for your entire cycle, 100% of the time, no matter where you are. Network Optimization is based on the theory that all customers should have the best network possible, and if you’re not causing congestion for others, even if you are using a high amount of data, your connection speed should be as good as possible. So, if you’re in the top 5% of data users, your speed is reduced only when you are connected to a congested cell site. Once you are no longer connected to a congested site, your speed will return to normal. This could mean a matter of seconds or hours, depending on your location and time of day." This is not the definition of throttling, throttling is simply the intentional slowing of internet service by an ISP. Which is exactly what Verizon is doing. I wouldn't have a problem with being throttled if: 1) I was told it was happening. (i would actually limit my usage then) 2) If my network speed was reduced, not pretty much cut off. I can completely understand not having the ability to stream music or videos during peak hours - it makes no sense that I can barely even load up a web page when I'm being throttled. 3) If I actually knew when I was approaching the top 5% - Their definition of 2GB a month is not 5%, I would actually like to see the numbers and see the numbers that really constitutes top 5%. For this month I'm currently around 1.3 GB (I think).