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hi friends again I need some help.

I'm using a broadband connection and got a problem that I'm ran out of my free data bundle every month and have to pay for the additional data.. but I'm not download much.All I need to know is is there any software for monitoring the softwares that use my internet connection and how much data are they downloading.. Can any one help me..? thanks you in advanced.

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A short, practical diagnostic plan (so you find the real data hog before buying anything)

Start with built‑in Windows checks first — they often reveal the culprit quickly, and they don’t require installing software (this is useful given the trial-package suggestions from and the monitoring hints from ). Use Task Manager to spot live bandwidth hogs, open Resource Monitor (resmon) for per‑process bytes/sec and active TCP/UDP endpoints, and check Settings > Network & Internet > Data usage to see app totals over the last 30 days and to set a data limit or metered connection. (howtogeek.com)

If the built‑ins don’t show the cause, escalate to per‑connection and historical tools:

  • Use TCPView (Sysinternals) to see which process owns each TCP/UDP endpoint and to close suspicious connections.
  • For deep packet inspection (only if you know what to look for), use Wireshark.
  • For a simple GUI that keeps history and offers alerts/blocks, consider a modern per‑app monitor/firewall or a per‑app shaper that provides long‑term statistics and quotas.
    Be aware these tools need administrator rights and may install a driver/filter; they can interfere with VPN clients or some security suites, so enable carefully. (learn.microsoft.com)

Two common background causes to check before blaming apps: Windows Update/Delivery Optimization (peer downloads/uploads) and cloud sync (OneDrive/Dropbox/Google Drive). Delivery Optimization can use bandwidth in the background and has controls and an activity monitor in Settings. Also scan for malware if usage looks unexplained. (support.microsoft.com)

Quick checklist to try now:

  • Sort Task Manager by Network and watch during suspected usage spikes.
  • Open Resource Monitor > Network to identify process, remote IP and bytes/sec.
  • Set the connection as Metered / add a Data limit in Settings to avoid surprise overages.
  • If multiple devices share the link, log into the router or ISP portal to check per‑device/total usage. (support.microsoft.com)

This sequence finds most problems without trialware: built‑ins first, then per‑connection tools, then router/ISP checks and finally controlled third‑party apps if you want historical charts or per‑app throttling.

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You might want to try one of these. They are free for a trial period, but if all you want to do is check what software on your PC is using your connection, you will probably only need it for a day or two.

They are all available for download at CNet.

Good luck

LJ

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You might want to try one of these. They are free for a trial period, but if all you want to do is check what software on your PC is using your connection, you will probably only need it for a day or two.

They are all available for download at CNet.

Good luck

LJ

thanks mate :D

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;)No probs

Please mark thread as solved if it is what you need.

LJ

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;)No probs

Please mark thread as solved if it is what you need.

LJ

Sorry.. I was unable to find exactly what I want.The link shows some keylogger tools and sort of thing but not the one I'm searching for..

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OK, what exactly do you need to see? Are you looking for a quantitative read out on which program or service is using your up and down connection at any specific time?

I'd recommend you try a 30 day free trial of DU Meter.

http://www.hageltech.com/dumeter/about

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nice program ,ljdellar

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lordrt, that is a fine package.

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lordrt, that is a fine package.

I use it a home and work, and does not use much resources as well

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