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Guide #27 of 50 | Computer & Mobile Optimization
Guide 27: Stop Stealth Background Downloads — Windows Delivery Optimization and Steam
How background cloud syncs and peer-to-peer OS updates silently destroy gaming ping.
By Shakir Hossain
Lead Systems Architect & Network Performance Engineer | QuantamNetPro
Windows 10/11 includes a feature called "Delivery Optimization" that turns your PC into a background BitTorrent-like seeder, uploading update files to other internet users without your active knowledge.
HOW TO DISABLE IN 30 SECONDS:
Open Windows Settings > Windows Update > Advanced Options > Delivery Optimization. Toggle "Allow downloads from other PCs" to OFF.
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