Foundations of Cryptography: Volume 1, Basic Tools
In 'Foundations of Cryptography: Volume 1, Basic Tools', Oded Goldreich dives into the essential principles of cryptography that are critical for safeguarding information in the digital age. This comprehensive exploration uncovers the foundational algorithms and theorems that underpin modern cryptographic practices. With a focus on theoretical frameworks, Goldreich challenges readers to ponder the limits of security and the intricacies of secure communication. Engaging and thought-provoking, the book invites readers to consider how cryptography shapes our understanding of trust in an interconnected world. Are you ready to unravel the secrets that protect your digital life?
By Oded Goldreich
Published: 2007
"In the realm of secrets, true power lies not in their concealment, but in our ability to understand the intricate dance of trust, knowledge, and the cryptographic tools that keep them secure."
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Cryptography is concerned with the conceptualization, definition and construction of computing systems that address security concerns. This book presents a rigorous and systematic treatment of the foundational issues: defining cryptographic tasks and solving new cryptographic problems using existing tools. It focuses on the basic mathematical tools: computational difficulty (one-way functions), pseudorandomness and zero-knowledge proofs. Rather than describing ad-hoc approaches, this book emphasizes the clarification of fundamental concepts and the demonstration of the feasibility of solving cryptographic problems. It is suitable for use in a graduate course on cryptography and as a reference book for experts.
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Oded Goldreich
Oded Goldreich is a renowned computer scientist and author, recognized for his significant contributions to the fields of cryptography, complexity theory, and algorithms. He is the author of several influential works including 'Foundations of Cryptography,' which provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of modern cryptography, and 'Computational Complexity: A Mathematical Perspective.' Goldreich's writing is characterized by its clarity and accessibility, making complex concepts understandable to a broad audience, while still maintaining a rigorous academic standard. He has published extensively in both academic journals and books, earning acclaim for his ability to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical applications.
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- Authors
- Oded Goldreich
- Published
- January 2007
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- ISBN
- 0521035368
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 396
- Genres
- TechnologyEmerging Technologies
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