Codes and Ciphers: Julius Caesar, the Enigma, and the Internet by Robert Churchh

Description: Codes and Ciphers: Julius Caesar, the Enigma, and the Internet by Robert Churchhouse The design of code and cipher systems has undergone major changes in modern times. Powerful personal computers have resulted in an explosion of e-banking, e-commerce and e-mail, and as a consequence the encryption of communications to ensure security has become a matter of public interest and importance. This book describes and analyzes many cipher systems ranging from the earliest and elementary to the most recent and sophisticated, such as RSA and DES, as well as wartime machines such as the ENIGMA and Hagelin, and ciphers used by spies. Security issues and possible methods of attack are discussed and illustrated by examples. The design of many systems involves advanced mathematical concepts and this is explained in detail in a major appendix. This book will appeal to anyone interested in codes and ciphers as used by private individuals, spies, governments and industry throughout history and right up to the present day. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The design of code and cipher systems has undergone major changes in modern times. Powerful personal computers have resulted in an explosion of e-banking, e-commerce and e-mail, and as a consequence the encryption of communications to ensure security has become a matter of public interest and importance. This book describes and analyses many cipher systems ranging from the earliest and elementary to the most recent and sophisticated, such as RSA and DES, as well as wartime machines such as the ENIGMA and Hagelin, and ciphers used by spies. Security issues and possible methods of attack are discussed and illustrated by examples. The design of many systems involves advanced mathematical concepts and this is explained in detail in a major appendix. This book will appeal to anyone interested in codes and ciphers as used by private individuals, spies, governments and industry throughout history and right up to the present day. Author Biography Robert Churchhouse is Emeritus Professor of Computing Mathematics at Cardiff University and has lectured widely on mathematics and cryptanalysis at more than 50 Universities and Institutes throughout the the world. He is also the co-author of books on computers in mathematics, computers in literary and linguistic research, and numerical analysis. Table of Contents Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. From Julius Caesar to simple substitution; 3. Polyalphabetic systems; 4. Jigsaw ciphers; 5. Two-letter ciphers; 6. Codes; 7. Ciphers for spies; 8. Producing random numbers and letters; 9. The Enigma cipher machine; 10. The Hagelin cipher machine; 11. Beyond the Enigma; 12. Public key cryptography; 13. Encipherment and the internet; Appendix; Solutions to problems; References; Name index; Subject index. Review ... written in a lively and amusing style but not at the expense of mathematical rigour. European Mathematical Society A fascinating account, which should appeal to a wide readership. Mathematika ... written in a lively and amusing style ... EMS Newsletter The mathematics is well within the grasp of a cultured A level mathematician and for those to whom the book is addressed, it can be recommended. The Mathematical Gazette Review Quote … written in a lively and amusing style …EMS Newsletter Promotional "Headline" A close look at the codes and ciphers used by private individuals, spies, governments and industry throughout history. Description for Bookstore The design of code and cipher systems has undergone major changes in modern times, not least due to the advent of e-commerce. This book will appeal to anyone interested in codes and ciphers as used by private individuals, spies, governments and industry throughout history. Description for Library The design of code and cipher systems has undergone major changes in modern times, not least due to the advent of e-commerce. This book will appeal to anyone interested in codes and ciphers as used by private individuals, spies, governments and industry throughout history. Details ISBN0521008905 Author Robert Churchhouse Short Title CODES & CIPHERS Pages 252 Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English ISBN-10 0521008905 ISBN-13 9780521008907 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 652.8 Illustrations Yes Year 2002 Publication Date 2002-01-31 Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st Subtitle Julius Caesar, the Enigma, and the Internet DOI 10.1604/9780521008907 Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2001-12-06 AU Release Date 2001-12-06 NZ Release Date 2001-12-06 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91377010;

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