The differences between /dev/random and /dev/urandom have spawned some misconceptions. This article attempts to explain some of the myths surrounding this perplexing random number device.
For the record, he does point out himself that his improved diagram of Linux's RNG is "a pretty rough simplification". Besides the "a guy on StackOverflow" (who, by chance, happens to be an expert in cryptography), there is also the interesting point made by Daniel Bernstein, and I'd love to hear your knowledgeable insights on that one. You were saying ?
Besides the "a guy on StackOverflow" (who, by chance, happens to be an expert in cryptography), there is also the interesting point made by Daniel Bernstein, and I'd love to hear your knowledgeable insights on that one.
You were saying ?