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Re: Is rand() not that random??
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Re: Is rand() not that random??

  • Subject: Re: Is rand() not that random??
  • From: Brian Hook <email@hidden>
  • Date: Mon, 10 Dec 2001 08:04:51 -0800
In a nutshell, most implementations of rand() kinda suck. There are Web pages devoted to the discussion of PRNGs, so I'd recommend you research those for a complete discussion on the topic.

The short answer is "use the Mersenne Twister PRNG".

Brian

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 >Is rand() not that random?? (From: Alexandre Aybes <email@hidden>)

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