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  "name": "What is the difference between a door latch and a deadbolt?",
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        "text": "A door latch is typically part of the door handle mechanism, engaging with the strike plate to hold the door closed when it's shut, often with a spring-loaded bolt. A deadbolt, however, uses a solid, non-spring-loaded metal bolt that extends deep into the door frame, providing superior security. Deadbolts are manually operated and offer much greater resistance to forced entry.",
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        "description": "A door latch holds the door shut with a spring bolt, while a deadbolt uses a solid, manually-operated bolt for higher security."
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  "description": "A door latch holds the door shut with a spring bolt, while a deadbolt uses a solid, manually-operated bolt for higher security."
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