Why are wax rings still used in plumbing?

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Why are toilets not joined to the main plumbing via a dedicated, leak proof joint? Something that latches into the toilet and is sealed? Automotive, aircraft, and other industries have high pressure fluid lines. Could someone conceive of an improvement to the current toilet connection?

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Biggest problem I see with wax rings is when people pour HOT water down the toilet. Can melt the wax and cause a mess. Otherwise they do the job well. Even an amateur can install a toilet and if you mess it up just do it again. They are cheap and forgiving.

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