Why should i Close resultset?

Hi there
I have a small doubt to closing the result set and statements methods. I mean
even If am not closing the resultset and statement at the end of my programme my program is executing normally.
So Why should i close these is there any reason.
Please send the informaton
Thanx

buddu

for safety. You should always make sure that ResultSets/Statements/Connections are closed.

:)