Make sure you are connected to the Wi-Fi network that you wish to set as metered 2. By doing this, you can keep on WUDO and not have to worry about it being used on capped internet connections. If, however, your connection is metered, and Windows does not detect it you need to set that feature manually. In that case, WUDO does not work on my Lenovo X1 Carbon, although I can over-ride it. the LTE radio in the Surface 3 or X1 Carbon is identified as being metered by default.

The OS must be aware that it is using a metered connection e.g. Similarly, Delivery Optimization won't automatically download or send parts of updates or apps to other PCs on the Internet if it detects that you're using a metered connection.'īy default, Microsoft does not use WUDO for detected metered connections. 'As with Windows 8.1, Windows 10 won't automatically download updates or apps if it detects that your PC is using a metered connection. Microsoft is very clear though about what happens: The problem with Windows Update Delivery Optimization (or WUDO) also arises for those on a metered (or capped) data connection. However, everyone has their reasons, their security concerns, so it is good Microsoft gives you a choice. Personally, I think a lot of it is over-reaction, which is why I leave this setting enabled. Like all new tools, Windows Update Delivery Optimization is controversial for some users.

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