Téléchargement steam n'utilise pas plus de 15% de ma connection
Bonjour, Depuis quelques années, j'ai remarqué que tout téléchargement steam n'utilisait pas plus de 140mbps, alors que ma connection était de 400mbps et maintenant 940mbps. J'ai fais toutes les vérifications de limitage de connexion sur mon ordinateur, mais rien n'y fait.. Une personne en France qui télécharge depuis le serveur de Montréal à une vitesse de téléchargement 5x plus vite que le mien. En ce moment, il n'y a aucun autre utilisateur qui utilise l'internet. Mon routeur est le Hélix Fi 2.Cryptojacking – When your computer mines cryptocurrency without your knowledge
In the past few months, we’ve seen a lot of news about cryptocurrency, including harried headlines about extreme fluctuations. All this can be attributed to an unending speculative bubble and possibly also the fear of government regulation. This partially explains why bitcoin’s value took such a spectacular plunge, falling from CA$25,000 to just over CA$10,000 between December 17 and today. Beyond the technical challenges that these headless currencies bring to the table, the fluctuations in exchange rate parity likely played a key role in the resurgence of attempted pirating, theft of digital wallets and personal data, and other fraudulent acts. If we’re to believe the predictions of certain industry leaders, more major heists could be coming. So far this year, we’ve already witnessed the record theft of $60 million in bitcoin from NiceHash, a violent attack on a British couple for their virtual wallet, and Coincheck reporting more stolen assets than MtGox did in 2014. Given that bitcoin could recover and hit $60,000 sometime this year, security has become a big issue for this type of investment and for cryptocoin mining as well. However, with a little common sense and caution, the risk is minimal. What is mining? Unlike the coins and banknotes we carry in our pockets, which are issued by central banks, cryptocurrencies are virtual. They can be transferred across the network and are secured by alphanumeric strings called “hash.” To create virtual currencies, protect them and keep them functional, the mining process uses software that connects computers to a mining pool, making it possible to leverage the power of several devices at the same time. The processors work 24/7 to keep the currency going. The transactions (blocks) are then correctly added and recorded on the blockchain, which is a public document that lists all transactions—and it’s also a real headache for financial institutions and governments. Miners contribute their computers’ processing power to the network and are paid in cryptocurrency. Day after day, these profits add to the amounts already in circulation. Mining is rarely done alone because it uses a lot of power and is not very profitable. Instead, pools or farms do most of the work. There is power in numbers, and in mining it increases both the processing power and speed (i.e. hash rate). More calculations = more blocks added = more profits. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ When hackers target miners Clearly, mining isn’t totally safe and provides an opportunity to attack honest individuals whose computers are connected. In fact, it is becoming increasingly common for the CPU (processer) of a computer to be “taken hostage” so that it can be used for mining, without the computer’s owner even knowing about it. For instance, this can be done with Coinhive. This simple script discreetly mines Monero (one of the many forms of crypocurrencies out there). You’d never even know it was there. If your computer lags x 1000 and your electricity bill skyrockets, you might inadvertently be making cryptocurrency. And the worst part is that you won’t see any of the bitcoins that your computer is generating. According to a handful of experts, we can expect this CPU-borrowing trend to increase in 2018. After Youtube, The Pirate Bay and several government sites, we could even see a broader range of websites and platforms used for cryptocurrency mining. Currently, none of the available browsers offers protection against this type of activity, but there are solutions like No Script extension for Chrome, Firefox and Opera. You can also turn to traditional ad blocking services like 1Blocker, uBlock Origin and Adblock Plus. These can help relieve stress, since they minimize the chances that someone will get rich off your back. Helpful definitions courtesy of bitcoin.org: Hash: One of the essential components of BTC security is the SHA 256 hash function. It’s a mathematical function that uses a compilation of data (words, numbers, characters) to create a unique output value called a “hash.” Block chain: The block chain is a public record of Bitcoin transactions in chronological order. The block chain is shared between all Bitcoin users. It is used to verify the permanence of Bitcoin transactions and to prevent double spending. Block: A block is a record in the block chain that contains and confirms many waiting transactions. Roughly every 10 minutes, on average, a new block including transactions is appended to the block chain through mining.New Videotron Customers – Get started in 5 easy steps!
Sign up to My Account or the Customer Centre If you’re subscribed to the Helix services, sign up for My Account. If you’re subscribed to Mobility, illico TV, Internet, or Home Phone services, sign up for the Customer Centre. Why is it useful? Because in My Account and the Customer Centre, you can manage your account securely and without waiting. Want to check your balance or track your mobile data usage? Check your services and equipment? Change your plan or TV channels? It’s all done online, in just a few clicks! Familiarize yourself with your invoice EThere’s a lot of information on your first invoice, so it’s not always easy to understand it at first glance. In order to be well informed and reassured, here is some valuable information that will enlighten you, depending on the services you subscribe to: First invoice for Helix services First invoice for Mobility, illico TV, Internet, or Home Phone services For a better understanding of your invoice, the article SOS: I received my first invoice also offers a helpful explanation. Install yourself or prepare for the technician’s visit Helix self-installation If you have chosen to self-install your Helix equipment, you will receive your equipment by mail and can install it at your own pace using our online detailed instructions and video tutorials. In case a pre-installation connection appointment is required, see how to prepare for it. Installation by a technician If the installation of your services is done by a Videotron technician, make sure that you are present at your home on the given date and see how you can prepare for this appointment: For Helix services For other Videotron services Manage your Wi-Fi like a pro Because we like to have control at our fingertips, Videotron’s mobile applications simplify the management of your Wi-Fi network. Helix Internet Service: The Helix Fi app allows you to manage all aspects of your network, users, and connected devices and objects from your mobile device, wherever you may be. Residential Internet service: The Videotron WiFi app lets you configure and customize your network, check its quality, and set up user access schedules from your mobile device. Explore your TV entertainment Are you a Helix TV subscriber? Take the time to familiarize yourself with your new feature: voice command. Get started by discovering some examples of commands that will make your TV respond instantly. Also explore the intuitive interface that brings together your live channels, On Demand content, and a host of your favourite apps. Whether you’re a Helix or illico TV subscriber, discover all the useful information you need to make the most of your entertainment. And remember that you can access your TV content on your mobile, tablet, or computer, wherever you are, thanks to the Helix TV app. We hope these tips get you off to a good start with Videotron! We aim to offer excellent service to all our customers, and we’re always willing to go the extra mile for you. Enjoy!Helix, what does it offer exactly?
Helix offers more than just entertainment. It adapts to your connected life to brighten it and make it easier in many ways, while allowing you to manage your services yourself. Discover everything Helix has to offer! Access tons of quality content with Helix Helix equipment is fully featured and opens up the world to you. Forget streaming devices like Apple TV or Chromecast, Helix already has many streaming content platforms! You can easily access all the content available on Club illico, Netflix or YouTube, in exceptional quality. Did you know that YouTube’s image quality on a mobile device typically ranges from 480p to 720p? Thanks to Helix, you can go up to 4K! Here’s how User-friendly applications Two applications linked to Helix services are the perfect daily companions: Helix and Helix Fi. These perfect service managers can be downloaded free from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. The Helix app allows you to schedule your recordings remotely, read the TV guide, access parental control and on-demand content, or download your favourite series to watch while you’re away without using up your mobile data. Each member of your family can download to their own mobile device and watch whatever they want. Download the Helix app The Helix Fi app, on the other hand, allows you to easily and effectively manage all the devices and users connected to your home Wi-Fi network. For example, you can limit Internet access for a set period of time for each user profile. Helix Fi also configures your preferences and alerts for network usage. Download the Helix Fi app Make changes yourself easily Because everyone’s needs change based on their lives, Helix seamlessly adapts to all family or professional situations, whether that means increased content watching on mobile devices or a transition to teleworking. My Helix account lets you change your Internet service based on your usage and change your TV channels to match your mood. As changes to your Helix plan may lead to an increase or reduction of your monthly fees, this change is always clearly shown when you confirm your order. To change your services only, just follow these steps: Sign in to My Helix Account. In the Services and Equipment section, click on Change my services, you will then be able to change your Helix Internet or Helix TV plan. Confirm the changes to your plan and your new monthly fee on the Order Summary page by clicking on Place my order. A confirmation page will appear. Your new Helix Internet or Helix TV plan will be activated moments after your changes at the same time as your billing. Here’s how to re-select your channels if the changes made to your Helix TV plan requires it or wait five or six minutes for your Gateway’s automatic restart to finish if you changed your Helix Internet plan. Helix gives your tons of ways to entertain yourself and manage your services yourself. Don’t wait and explore all the ways to do so and finally enjoy your connected life. Get help with Helix
