How do ISP’s change internet speeds?

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Let’s say I have a 100mbps internet connection. I call the ISP and pay extra for a 200 mbps connection, and it gets faster with no new hardware. Does someone turn a knob somewhere?
Thanks.

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The ISP puts it in their computer, which sends a file to the modem, saying to only go this fast. Your modem can potentially be hacked for faster speeds, but the ISP will see on their computer and not like it.

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