The largest cable TV provider in the US, Comcast, has announced changes to its data cap to encourage users to use their internet without fear of hitting the cap. These changes are actually simple as they are just removing the cap. Unfortunately for users in the new test markets, this means that they will be getting switched to a tiered plan similar to wireless carriers.

The users of these test markets are going to get to try the new model which includes overage fees. There are actually two different models that are going to be tested. The first sees a 300GB allotment for all internet speeds with overage fees for exceeding that. The overage fees would be something like $10 for 50GB more.

The second model will increase the 300GB allotment with each increase in speed. The same "overage" fee would apply to these. Either way, users are getting an extra 50GB, but are now running the risk of getting hit with massive bills if they happen to use the internet a lot one month. Additionally, while these trials are underway, the 250GB cap will be suspended around the country.