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Java 8 About Dialog in JCP shows http://www.java.com instead of https://www.java.com

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      ADDITIONAL SYSTEM INFORMATION :
      java version "1.8.0_451"
      Java(TM) SE Runtime Environment (build 1.8.0_451-b10)
      Java HotSpot(TM) 64-Bit Server VM (build 25.451-b10, mixed mode)

      Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.22631.5262]
      (Windows 11 23H2)

      A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROBLEM :
      In the latest Java 8 release available at Java.com (e.g., Version 8 Update 401), the "About Java" information window still displays the website URL as http://www.java.com
      This URL still works, but it immediately redirects to https://www.java.com. In modern software environments, the presence of a non-HTTPS link can raise questions about software security or outdated practices, especially in enterprise or security-focused environments.
      Please consider updating the displayed link to use https:// directly, both for better UX and to align with modern security expectations.

      Steps to reproduce:
      - Install the latest Java 8 version from https://www.java.com.
      - Open the Control Panel or Java settings.
      - Open the "About Java" dialog.
      - Observe the link shown in the window.


            dmarkov Dmitry Markov
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