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RwLock

RwLock<T> (Read-Write Lock) allows multiple concurrent readers OR one exclusive writer, unlike Mutex which allows only one accessor. Use read() for shared access and write() for exclusive access. Ideal for read-heavy workloads where data is frequently read but rarely modified.

Visit the following resources to learn more:

• @official@RwLock
• @article@Rust Read-Write Locks: Managing Concurrent Read and Write Access