Cryptological Mathematics - Brossura

Lewand, Robert Edward

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0883857197 ISBN 13: 9780883857199

Casa editrice: The Mathematical Association of America, 2000

Riassunto

This is an introduction to the mathematics involved in the intriguing field of cryptology, the science of writing and reading secret messages which are designed to be read only by their intended recipients. It is written at an elementary level, suitable for beginning undergraduates, with careful explanations of all the concepts used. The basic branches of mathematics required, including number theory, abstract algebra and probability, are used to show how to encipher and decipher messages, and why this works, giving a practical as well as theoretical basis to the subject. Challenging computer programming exercises are also included. The book is written in an engaging style which will appeal to all, and also includes historical background on some of the founders of the subject. It will be of interest both to students wishing to learn cryptology per se, and also to those searching for practical applications of seemingly abstract mathematics.

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Descrizione del libro:

An elementary introduction to the mathematics involved in cryptology, the science of reading and writing secret messages. The book has an engaging style, and all concepts used are carefully explained. It will be suitable for all students interested in cryptology and those looking for practical applications of seemingly abstract mathematics.

Contenuti:

Preface; 1. Monoalphabetic substitution ciphers; 2. Polyalphabetic substitution ciphers; 3. Polygraphic substitution ciphers; 4. Public key cryptography; Appendices.

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• Editore: The Mathematical Association of America
• Data di pubblicazione: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0883857197
• ISBN 13: 9780883857199
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 211