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@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ detailed instructions             | quick install
 [[Windows]]                       | [download installer](http://downloads.kitenet.net/git-annex/windows/current/) **alpha**
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-All the downloads above use http for security. For added security, see
+All the downloads above use https for security. For added security, see
 [[verifying_downloads]].
 
 ## Using cabal