Re: Using alternative algorithm

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> Hi guys, how can i use my own algorithm instead of md5 or des to
> encrypt users passwords? my algorithm is implemented in c++ and also
> in perl. what should i do in order to achieve this? 

I feel compelled to point out that passwords aren't encrypted, they are
hashed and that MD5 and DES are used as building blocks in a more
complicated hashing system, rather than being used directly.  Apologies
if I'm telling you things you already knew.

Cheers,
 - Martin


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