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Oct 07, 2024
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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
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CSC 332 - Cryptology 2018-2019 Catalog Year:
Introduction to the theory and practice of cryptography and cryptanalysis. Theoretical underpinnings of modern cryptosystems will be examined and unproven assumptions exposed. Both symmetric- and public-key cryptosystems will be covered. Applications of cryptography to identification, authentication and non-repudiation protocols. Zero-knowledge protocols and oblivious transfer. Cryptanalytical attacks. Economic, political and ethical issues raised by strong cryptography will be discussed.
Prerequisite: CSC 241 and MAT 215. Equivalent Course: MAT 332 Offered: Not on a regular basis Credit: 3
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