Re: [PATCH 1/2] RNG: Add Pseudo Random Number Generator to kernel

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On Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 09:25:40AM -0400, Neil Horman wrote:
>
> I think I have an irc log somewhere where I thought we discussed this, and
> decided that counter mode allowed us a larger period in the random number
> stream, but you're correct, simple AES mode is called for in the specification.
> I suppose its better to do whats written down there rather than do what makes
> intuitive sense, I'll change that.

Yes since this is primarily for the purposes of fulfilling the
specifications this would be the best course to take.

Thanks!
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