In the preferences for IntelliJ 2018.1 (Build, Execution, Deployment > Compiler > Java Compiler) is an checkbox labeled:
Use '--release' option for cross-compilation (Java 9 and later)
I found for information when doing an internet search. The "?" help icon give a 404 error when clicked.
What is the purpose/function of this option?
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