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Cryptography: Cracking Codes

PUBLISHER Rosen Education Service (07/30/2013)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Library Binding)

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While cracking a code might seem like something few of us would encounter in our daily lives, it is actually far more prevalent than we may realize. Anyone who has had personal information taken because of a hacked email account can understand the need for cryptography and the importance of encryption. This detailed volume examines the logic and science behind various ciphers and real world uses, how codes can be broken, and the use of technology in this emerging field.
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ISBN-13: 9781622750344
ISBN-10: 1622750349
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Library Binding)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 96
Carton Quantity: 0
Product Dimensions: 6.12 x 0.48 x 9.32 inches
Weight: 0.85 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Index, Ikids, Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Computers | Security - General
Grade Level: 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Dewey Decimal: 005.82
Library of Congress Control Number: 2012035291
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While cracking a code might seem like something few of us would encounter in our daily lives, it is actually far more prevalent than we may realize. Anyone who has had personal information taken because of a hacked email account can understand the need for cryptography and the importance of encryption. This detailed volume examines the logic and science behind various ciphers and real world uses, how codes can be broken, and the use of technology in this emerging field.
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Editor: Curley, Robert
Robert Patrick Curley enjoys finding new and interesting places to explore in the Ocean State. The full-time writer and editor resides in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.
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