DSCP (Differentiated Services Code Point)

DSCP (Differentiated Services Code Point) is a digital label added to network data packets to prioritize certain types of traffic. It helps routers identify and handle different data streams—like video calls, streaming, or emails—based on their importance or required speed. By assigning DSCP values, networks can ensure critical or real-time data gets faster, more reliable treatment, improving overall performance and user experience. Essentially, DSCP is a way to organize and manage network traffic efficiently, ensuring important data gets prioritized appropriately without disrupting other data flows.