A Course in Number Theory and Cryptography - Hardcover

Koblitz, Neal

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3540965769 ISBN 13: 9783540965763

Publisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG, 1987

Synopsis

This is a substantially revised and updated introduction to arithmetic topics, both ancient and modern, that have been at the centre of interest in applications of number theory, particularly in cryptography. As such, no background in algebra or number theory is assumed, and the book begins with a discussion of the basic number theory that is needed. The approach taken is algorithmic, emphasising estimates of the efficiency of the techniques that arise from the theory, and one special feature is the inclusion of recent applications of the theory of elliptic curves. Extensive exercises and careful answers are an integral part all of the chapters.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
• Publication date: 1987
• ISBN 10: 3540965769
• ISBN 13: 9783540965763
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English