Many of us have signed up for an unlimited internet plan , thinking we'd never have to worry about running out of data. While the wording on the plan might suggest worry-free 4K video streaming and limitless game downloads, unlimited often comes with asterisks and conditions. Many unlimited plans hide restrictions behind fair use policies that can significantly hamper your online experience. Data caps , monthly limits on how much data can be downloaded or uploaded, are at the center of this confusion.

Internet service providers set data caps to keep networks running smoothly. In truth, these data caps often generate additional revenue by penalizing customers for using the very services the faster speeds were meant to encourage. A recent CNET survey underscores this frustration. N

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