ndition is met. For example, if no data is received for the duration.
        A timeout may be used to:
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<li class="listitem">
            Drop malicious or poorly performing hosts
          </li>
<li class="listitem">
            Close idle connections to free up resources
          </li>
<li class="listitem">
            Determine if a peer is offline or no longer available
          </li>
</ul></div>
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