Timeouts prevent indefinite waiting for a response.
Timeouts in HTTP client configurations ensure that your application does not hang indefinitely while waiting for a response, which could be due to network issues or an unresponsive server. Setting a timeout helps maintain the application's performance and user experience. In Java, you can set a timeout using HttpClient's builder methods, ensuring requests are terminated after a specified duration.
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What role do timeouts play in HTTP client configuration?