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How do you handle distributed locks in Java microservices?
Updated May 6, 2026
Short answer
Distributed locks ensure only one service instance accesses a shared resource.
Deep explanation
Implemented using Redis (SETNX), ZooKeeper, or database locking. They prevent race conditions in distributed environments.
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