Sony Throttles PlayStation Download Speeds in U.S.

After limiting the bandwidth used by its PlayStation gaming service in Europe last week, Sony (NYSE: SNE) announced it will throttle speeds here in the U.S. as well to "preserve internet access for the entire community." The move is an attempt to keep the network stable as increasing numbers of people are required to shelter in place during the coronavirus pandemic, and are going online even more often for entertainment. 

Microsoft has throttled speeds for its Xbox service in Europe while Amazon, Netflix, and Alphabet-owned YouTube have all slowed down streaming video speed overseas to keep networks from becoming overwhelmed.

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