Applied Cryptography: Protocols, Algorithms, and Source Code in C 2nd Edition

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". . .the best introduction to cryptography I've ever seen. . . . The book the National Security Agency wanted never to be published. . . ." -Wired Magazine

". . .monumental . . . fascinating . . . comprehensive . . . the definitive work on cryptography for computer programmers . . ." -Dr. Dobb's Journal

". . .easily ranks as one of the most authoritative in its field." -PC Magazine

". . .the bible of code hackers." -The Millennium Whole Earth Catalog

This new edition of the cryptography classic provides you with a comprehensive survey of modern cryptography. The book details how programmers and electronic communications professionals can use cryptography-the technique of enciphering and deciphering messages-to maintain the privacy of computer data. It describes dozens of cryptography algorithms, gives practical advice on how to implement them into cryptographic software, and shows how they can be used to solve security problems. Covering the latest developments in practical cryptographic techniques, this new edition shows programmers who design computer applications, networks, and storage systems how they can build security into their software and systems.

What's new in the Second Edition?
* New information on the Clipper Chip, including ways to defeat the key escrow mechanism
* New encryption algorithms, including algorithms from the former Soviet Union and South Africa, and the RC4 stream cipher
* The latest protocols for digital signatures, authentication, secure elections, digital cash, and more
* More detailed information on key management and cryptographic implementations

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Cryptographic techniques have applications far beyond the obvious uses of encoding and decoding information. For Internet developers who need to know about capabilities, such as digital signatures, that depend on cryptographic techniques, there's no better overview than Applied Cryptography, the definitive book on the subject. Bruce Schneier covers general classes of cryptographic protocols and then specific techniques, detailing the inner workings of real-world cryptographic algorithms including the Data Encryption Standard and RSA public-key cryptosystems. The book includes source-code listings and extensive advice on the practical aspects of cryptography implementation, such as the importance of generating truly random numbers and of keeping keys secure.

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Series: Spring/Summer 15
Paperback: 758 pages
Publisher: Wiley; 2nd edition (October 18, 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0471117099
ISBN-13: 978-0471117094
Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 1.6 x 9.2 inches
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Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (149 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #43,606 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #10 in Books > Science & Math > Mathematics > Pure Mathematics > Discrete Mathematics
- #12 in Books > Computers & Technology > Security & Encryption > Cryptography
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Not an update!

ByThom Rayneon May 18, 2015

Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase

Be forewarned, this "updated" edition is not updated. I mistakenly assumed the author would have added coverage of AES, which became the standard after DES was defeated, given the recent (2015) issue date. WRONG. This is just an expensive repackaging of the same old 1996 volume I already had in paperback. If you have the older version already, learn from my mistake. You don't need this. If, however, you don't have a copy and you work with cryptography, or need a good reference on older tech, you might want it. It is NOT "current" as the description claims, however; not by any measure. Wanna buy a used paperback version? :-)

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Good resource, a bit outdated and incomplete

ByMarbleTechon December 26, 2015

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I've used this book as a resource for teaching and for my own personal learning. Bruce Schneier is an incredible leader in the field, and he is know for his explanations that makes difficult concepts easy to grasp.

That said, this book is a bit out of date if you are interested in studying any of the currently used technologies. Also, there is some errata that can confuse people not familiar with the topics already. Finally, some topics contain incomplete discussions.

I would love to see an updated version of this book!

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