One download is eating the whole connection. Now what?
You share one Internet line between many computers, and one person streaming or downloading slows everyone else down. Antamedia Bandwidth Manager is Windows gateway software that fixes this by limiting download and upload rates for every computer on the network. You don't need to install anything on the client machines.
Quick facts
- Edition: Standard Edition
- Platform: Windows 10, 8, 7 or Windows Server
- Price: $149 for the Standard edition
- Trial: a fully functional, obligation-free trial download
- Hardware: a standard PC with two network cards
Key features
Set different speeds for each user and computer
You can control download and upload rates down to the user level. Every user and computer can have its own limits, so a staff PC and a guest laptop don't have to share the same speed cap.
Limit time and quota per session
Computers can be limited by time and quota per session. You can also set the hours of the day when access is allowed, and have users logged out after inactivity.
No software on the client computers
The program runs as a gateway with NAT, so all traffic passes through it. You manage quotas, priorities and blocked websites from one machine. You don't have to visit each PC.
Works with the network gear you already own
It doesn't need proprietary hardware. You can use any access points, routers or switches, over WiFi, WiMax, LAN, cable, DSL or satellite connections.
Block unwanted sites and see who uses what
You can block unauthorized websites and configure the firewall. The software includes statistics and reporting, and lets you watch online activity per user.
Automatic cutoff for Internet and game cafes
It works with Antamedia's Internet Cafe software. Traffic for a computer is blocked automatically when the user logs out, so sessions end cleanly without staff doing it by hand.
Who it's for
- Internet and game cafes that charge by session and want every seat capped.
- Schools that need to control what can be accessed.
- Small companies that want to see what employees visit and block non-work sites.
- Homes and neighborhood sharing setups that want per-connection limits and keyword-based blocking of child-sensitive URLs.
Pros and cons
Pros
- No client software to install or maintain.
- Limits can be set per user, per computer, by time and by quota.
- Runs on a standard PC and works with any network equipment.
- A free trial lets you test it before you buy.
Cons
- It's Windows-only. You need a dedicated PC with two network cards acting as the gateway.
- All traffic passes through that one PC, so it needs to stay on and be reachable.
- The Standard edition is one of several tiers (Lite, Standard, Premium, Enterprise), so check which features you need.
FAQs
Do I have to install anything on each computer?
No. Control happens at the gateway, so the client computers stay untouched.
What hardware do I need?
A standard PC with two network cards. One connects to the Internet and the other to your internal network.
Can I try it first?
Yes. The trial is fully functional and carries no obligation. It also doesn't require major changes to your network.
Does it work with my router or access points?
Yes. It's hardware independent, so it works with any access points, routers and switches.
Can it handle an Internet cafe?
Yes. It integrates with cafe management software and can cut off traffic when a user logs out.
System requirements
- Windows 10, 8, 7 or a Windows Server OS
- A standard PC with two network cards