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HTTP/2 Multiplexing: How One Connection Replaced Six
HTTP/2 introduces multiplexing, allowing multiple data streams over a single TCP connection, eliminating the need for multiple connections. This reduces overhead from handshakes and memory usage, improving efficiency. The protocol shifts focus from adding connections to optimizing a single connection.
Meridian48 take
While HTTP/2's multiplexing is a clear improvement, real-world adoption has been slow due to legacy infrastructure and the complexity of server tuning.
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