What is the purpose of `NavigableMap` interface in Java?

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What is the purpose of `NavigableMap` interface in Java?

Key points

  • `NavigableMap` provides additional navigation methods beyond a regular `SortedMap`
  • Methods like `floorKey()` and `ceilingKey()` help in finding closest keys
  • Inclusive/exclusive bounds in `subMap()` allow for precise range retrieval

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