we know that when a TCP program is in TIME_WAIT state, it waits for a FIN for 2MSL.
if it receives a retransmitted FIN with 2MSL and retransmits an ACK, will it starts another 2MSL timeout or not?
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If I'm understanding the nuance of your question correctly, yes, the client will always wait the 2MSL. this doc may help:
