Daniel J. Bernstein Quotes

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Daniel J. Bernstein is an American mathematician and cryptographer known for his contributions to the field of computer security and encryption. His work includes the development of cryptographic algorithms and protocols that are widely used in digital security. Bernstein's research has had a significant impact on the advancement of secure communication and data protection. His contributions to cryptography and computer science continue to influence the field and enhance cybersecurity practices.

"I have discovered that there are two types of command interfaces in the world of computing: good interfaces and user interfaces."

"I have discovered that there are two types of command interfaces in the world of computing: good interfaces and user interfaces."

"From a security perspective, if you're connected, you're screwed."

"From a security perspective, if you're connected, you're screwed."

Perspective, Security

"I thank God for not making me a computer scientist."

"I thank God for not making me a computer scientist."

"The most important function of a bibliographic entry is to help the reader obtain a copy of the cited work."

"The most important function of a bibliographic entry is to help the reader obtain a copy of the cited work."

"I do engineering, not religion."

"I do engineering, not religion."

Religion, Engineering

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"In general, the Internet was not designed to accommodate deliberate failures to communicate."

"In general, the Internet was not designed to accommodate deliberate failures to communicate."

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"I won't be satisfied until I've put the entire security industry out of work."

"I won't be satisfied until I've put the entire security industry out of work."

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