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getWWW problems

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Description

1. If the return code is not 200 (e.g. 300 for redirect or 400 for errors) the function should throw an error object with information (absorbing #663)
2. It should work with `https://`!!
3. Perhaps it should work with `file://` as well?

Maybe let's just replace it with something modern that supports different protocols.

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Research direction

Start by locating the getWWW entry point and inspect how it handles response codes and URL protocols. Define the supported behavior for non-200 responses, https://, and possibly file://, then verify that errors include useful information and that the selected protocols work as intended.

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Assessment

Domain
networking
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Active
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Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
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