Windows 8: How to Check Bandwidth Usage

In Windows 8.1, there is a way of monitoring bandwidth usage without installing any third-party applications or software. The simple readout is displayed within the Windows 8.1 network settings and can be accessed easily at any time.

1. Right-click on the network icon located on the right side of the taskbar.
2. Select Open Network and Sharing Center.
3. On the list of active networks, select the name of the network you would like to see.
4. Another window will open. On laptops, for example, it says Wi-Fi Status.
5. At the bottom of the window, you can see the number of bytes sent and received.
6. To convert the large numbers into MB or GB, Google "bytes to mb" and enter the number of bytes.
7. The calculator will show you the amount of bandwidth used in either MB or GB, depending on what you choose.