hello

i understand "we" need a connection timeout feature.
because, yes, your problem can be solved unchecking
persistent connections, but that slows the browsing a lot.
the best is to keep a fast browsing but no zombie connected.
it will come.
there is no timeout ATM (sorry rafi).
HFS does not disconnect.
if it gets disconnected it is because of the client.
another point. do you want to see a "requesting" status?
just telnet the server and type a single char. (but CTRL+C

)