By Saju Palayur, Maxlinear Inc.
As internet services have become critical for streaming, gaming, and remote work, ensuring a highquality user experience is paramount. This is where Quality of Service (QoS) steps in, prioritizing various types of network traffic to optimize performance. While both DOCSIS® (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) networks and Wi-Fi employ QoS mechanisms, they do so differently.
The rapid growth of internet usage has placed significant pressure on network infrastructure. QoS has become essential to ensure that users receive a seamless experience. We will delve into the QoS mechanisms employed by DOCSIS and Wi-Fi, highlighting their differences and examine how they can collaborate to create synergies, thereby enhancing network efficiency and user experience.