How does LINQ impact database connection pooling behavior?

LINQ indirectly affects connection pooling by controlling query execution frequency and duration.

LINQ itself does not manage connections, but IQueryable execution in EF Core triggers database connections. Frequent enumeration of LINQ queries increases connection acquisition from the pool. Poorly designed queries or repeated execution can saturate the pool, leading to latency spikes. Efficient LINQ usage reduces unnecessary round-trips, helping maintain healthy pool utilization.