Java: Timeouts and Retries

Prevents long waits for unresponsive connections.

A connection timeout ensures that if a server doesn't respond promptly during the connection phase, the client won't be left waiting indefinitely. This is crucial in e-commerce applications where server responsiveness is vital to maintain a good user experience. For example, if your HttpClient is connecting to a shipping API, setting a connection timeout helps avoid delays when the server is down.