Applied Cryptography: Protocols, Algorithms, and C Source Programs: Protocols, Algorithms, and C Source Programs

Author: Schneier
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Publish Date: 2001-03-01
Features: The core of this book naturally consists of chapters on cryptographic protocols, technologies, and algorithms. The author has collected a vast number of examples of public-key and private-key cryptographic systems, covering almost all publicly published practical cryptographic algorithms. They are categorized and reviewed one by one. Among them, the analysis and summary of key management techniques and algorithms in cryptographic technology are thorough and comprehensive. The book provides a real and systematic introduction to cryptography and a comprehensive list of references in the field. The book is divided into four parts: first, it defines multiple terms in cryptography, introduces the development and background of cryptography, describes various protocols ranging from simple to complex, discusses cryptographic technology in detail, and on this basis, lists more than ten algorithms such as DES, IDEA, RSA, DSA, along with multiple application examples, providing source code listings for the algorithms. The content of the book is extensive and authoritative, with great practical value. Since its publication, it has been highly praised by industry experts and is a rare and valuable book for both professionals and non-professionals dedicated to cryptographic research.
About the Author: Bruce Schneier is the president of Counterpane Systems, a consulting company specializing in cryptography and computer security. Bruce is also the author of E-Mail Security (John Wiley Sons, 1995) and Protect Your Macintosh (Peachpit Press, 1994), and has published dozens of papers in major cryptography journals. He is one of the editors of Dr. Dobb's Journal and serves as an editor for Computer and Communications Security Reviews. Bruce is a member of the board of directors of the International Association for Cryptologic Research, an advisor to the Electronic Privacy Information Center, and a member of the program committee of the New Security Paradigms Working Group. Additionally, he frequently delivers academic lectures on cryptography, computer security, and privacy protection.