Which feature aids Zscaler in prioritizing network traffic?

Traffic shaping policies are instrumental in managing and prioritizing network traffic because they allow organizations to define rules that control the data flow over their networks. These policies can dictate how different types of traffic are handled based on various criteria, such as application type, user group, or time of day. By employing traffic shaping, Zscaler can optimize bandwidth usage, ensure that critical applications receive the necessary resources, and improve overall network performance. This capability enhances user experience and ensures that important services are not adversely affected by less critical traffic.

While Quality of Service settings can also play a role in prioritization, they typically focus more on specifying minimum bandwidth requirements rather than shaping the flow of traffic. Billing controls and bandwidth allocation rules are more concerned with financial and administrative aspects of network usage rather than directly influencing how traffic is prioritized and managed.