For this make sure that Steam is running and then follow the steps mentioned below –Ģ. You can use the Task Manager to speed up Steam Download by setting it on high priority. You should also shut down any other applications and browsers.

This should help in increasing Steam download speed. You should therefore ensure that no one else in your household is using internet-intensive apps while you are downloading games. One of the reasons why you might be encountering slow Steam download could be because your internet connection is being shared by other devices in your household. Now check, if you can see an increase in the download speed. Click on the Download Region dropdown and select a server location nearest to you

From the navigation bar select Settingsĥ. Select the Steam tab from the navigation barģ.

Changing the download region is one method that is known to speed up the Steam download. Steam has several servers scattered across the globe that can help you achieve the highest download quality.

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