WMM (Wireless Multi-Media) is a technology used in Wi-Fi networks to prioritize different types of traffic. It doesn't have ingredients in the traditional sense, but it relies on a set of parameters to manage traffic flow. These parameters include:
- Access Category (AC): This defines the priority level of a data stream, ranging from AC1 (lowest priority) to AC8 (highest priority).
- Transmission Rate: This determines the speed at which data is transmitted.
- Packet Size: The size of individual data packets influences how efficiently they can be sent.
- Buffer Size: This determines how much data can be held in a queue before being transmitted.
- Minimum Data Rate: This sets a minimum speed requirement for certain types of traffic.
These parameters are used by the WMM protocol to decide how to allocate bandwidth and prioritize different types of traffic. For example, video streaming might be assigned a higher priority than email, ensuring smooth playback even with heavy network traffic.
