

Whatever the scenario it might be, Windows 10 includes settings to set a Wi-Fi connection as metered, and since the release of the Creators Update, the operating system also includes an option to set a wired Ethernet connection as metered.

You would typically set a network connection as metered on a capped internet connection, mobile hotspot, and on any connection you want to save data.

On Windows 10, a metered connection restristics background data usage for the operating system and applications to avoid extra charges or go over a connection subscription.
