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How random is crypto randomBytes?
How random is crypto randomBytes?
SsangyongSpiritedStrengthCourageBravery
Wed Nov 06 2024
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I'm curious about the randomness of the crypto randomBytes function. I want to know how reliable and unpredictable the generated bytes are, and whether they can be considered truly random for secure applications.
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Tommaso
Fri Nov 08 2024
The function crypto.randomBytes(size[, callback]) is utilized for generating cryptographically strong pseudo-random data.
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Nicola
Fri Nov 08 2024
The size argument plays a crucial role in this function, as it specifies the exact number of bytes that need to be generated.
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Raffaele
Fri Nov 08 2024
The pseudo-random data produced by this function is not only random but also cryptographically secure.
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EthereumEmpireGuard
Fri Nov 08 2024
This security feature makes the data suitable for use in encryption purposes, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected.
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Federico
Thu Nov 07 2024
When using this function, developers can specify the desired size of the random data they need.
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