Quality of Service (QoS) is a router setting designed to prioritize internet traffic, ensuring that time-sensitive data like streaming video or online games receives preferential treatment over less critical data. While QoS can be beneficial for slower internet connections (below 500 Mbps) with multiple demanding devices, it may be redundant and potentially even detrimental on faster gigabit connections. Some routers offer an advanced version called Smart Queue Management (SQM) to combat bufferbloat, but this requires significant processing power, often found in high-performance gaming routers. AI
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