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LAGC

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6. Random numbers are also very important in cryptography.

Reply to krispos42 (Reply #3)

Sat Apr 14, 2012, 09:21 PM

Apr 2012

Especially for tasks such as entire hard-drive encryption, as a preventative measure in case your computer gets stolen.

Currently, most crypto programs require you to mash on your keyboard or move your mouse around randomly to generate a secure random stream. But this technique sounds like it would be much more secure and reliable.

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I don't understand what going on, but it sounds cool krispos42 Apr 2012 #1

On random numbers and vacuum: DetlefK Apr 2012 #2

Interesting, but why are randomly-generated numbers so important? krispos42 Apr 2012 #3

some examples: DetlefK Apr 2012 #4

Ah, I see. krispos42 Apr 2012 #5

Random numbers are also very important in cryptography. LAGC Apr 2012 #6

There's an online-game: If the program can predict your next move (up or down), it gains a point. DetlefK Apr 2012 #7

What about Shnoll effect? tama Apr 2012 #8

ANU does grant access to their test results and also to their random number generator. Jim__ Apr 2012 #9