On Mon, 22 Dec 2003, Wayne Wilson wrote: ... > Well that's quite interesting isn't it. Maybe it's a better > identifier than my e-mail address?
Wayne, Yes, I believe it is a better "unique-id" since many mailing list archival software obscure or remove email addresses. > But really, you didn't do anything cryptographic with it, which is > it's intended purpose! 1) I disagree. Cryptography is merely a tool that subserves real-world needs such as authentication and confidentiality. Cryptography is typically _not_ the real "intended purpose". 2) The fingerprint was generated via a cryptographic method. Thus, my use-case is still "applied cryptography". 3) Often, un-intended uses and consequences are much more interesting. Personally, I enjoy looking for them and hearing about them. Happy holidays, Andrew --- Andrew P. Ho, M.D. OIO: Open Infrastructure for Outcomes www.TxOutcome.Org
