Re: My book

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From: Owen Lewis
Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1993 18:27

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 -=> Quoting Mshannon to All <=-

 Ms> .... the book I am writing. Title is Digital Privacy, 
 
 I look forward to seeing a copy when it is published over here. Would 
 you let me know the publisher?
 
 Ms> I have concluded that using RSA keys longer than 200 digits and triple
 Ms> encrypting the DES (360 bit keyspace?) are totally unnecessary for the
 Ms> average person and small business owner. 
 
 Who - or what - is the average person? If you only need to maintain privacy
 from the casual overhearing of a neighbour, fine. If, to change the metaphor, 
 you believe that you are not only entitled to close your door but to lock it
 also, then you might hold another view.

 Owen



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