Service providers are investing heavily to bring faster Internet speeds to the home, but conventional Wi-Fi equipment generally prevents subscribers from actually experiencing those speeds consistently throughout the home itself. More devices streaming video are straining the home network, and most subscribers do not realize the worst performing device (usually a smartphone or tablet) drags down the speed of all other devices in the home. Progressive operators need new solutions to ensure quality of service (QoS) for all video-capable devices and to provide a seamless TV viewing experience throughout every room in the house.