Long Polling: The Patient Connection
Learn HTTP long polling - a server-side technique that holds connections open until data arrives. Achieve near real-time updates with standard protocols.
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Explore machine learning concepts related to polling. Clear explanations and practical insights.
Learn HTTP long polling - a server-side technique that holds connections open until data arrives. Achieve near real-time updates with standard protocols.
Learn short polling in networking - a simple HTTP pattern for periodic data fetching. See why 70-90% of requests waste bandwidth and when to use alternatives.
Learn client-server communication patterns including short polling, long polling, and WebSockets. Compare HTTP protocols for real-time web applications.