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#179899 - For Info: Online Random Numbers |
The question about generating random (sic) numbers in software recurs with monotonous regularity;
most recently: http://www.keil.com/forum/17995/ I just came across this site, which claims to offer online true random numbers: RANDOM.ORG said:
In reality, most random numbers used in computer programs are pseudo-random, which means they are a generated in a predictable fashion using a mathematical formula. This is fine for many purposes, but it may not be random in the way you expect if you're used to dice rolls and lottery drawings.
RANDOM.ORG offers true random numbers to anyone on the Internet. The randomness comes from atmospheric noise, which for many purposes is better than the pseudo-random number algorithms typically used in computer programs. http://www.random.org Includes resources for more information about Randomness & Statistics: http://www.random.org/#learn Search terms: Random Number Generator (RNG) Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG) True Random Number Generator (TRNG) Pseudorandom |
| Topic | Author | Date |
| For Info: Online Random Numbers | 01/01/70 00:00 | |
| Clear text transfers | 01/01/70 00:00 | |
| FAQ | 01/01/70 00:00 | |
| True randomness | 01/01/70 00:00 | |
Testing | 01/01/70 00:00 |