Java.net URL rewrite

Java.net to Github.io rewrite
What is Java.net URL rewrite?
'Java.net URL rewrite' is a Chrome extension facilitating seamless transition from deprecated Java.net to Github.io. It modifies URLs for projects like Jersey and HK2, enabling effective redirects. Thus, users can readily access the projects that have moved to Github.io after java.net was discontinued.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2023-11-07
Users: 554
Rating: 5.00 (2)
Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2017-06-16)
Creation date: 2017-06-16
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • *://*.java.net/
Size: 3.28K

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Extension summary

Java.net closed down recently and with that some projects that were hosted on java.net moved to github.io. This extension rewrites urls for known redirects.

Works for:

  • Jersey
  • HK2

Currently known/implemented redirects:

  • java.net -> github.io
  • hk2.java.net -> javaee.github.io/hk2

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Java.net URL rewrite requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Java.net URL rewrite may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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