Random Number Generator Recommendations for Applications

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Most apps that use random numbers care about either unpredictability, high quality, or repeatability. This article explains the three kinds of RNGs and gives recommendations on each kind.

Most apps that use randomly generated or pseudorandom numbers care about either unpredictability, high quality, or repeatability. This article gives recommendations on choosing the right kind of random number generator (RNG) or pseudorandom number generator (PRNG) for the application.

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