Defined term
Random Number Generator
Random Number Generator: (RNG) A process that is invoked to generate a random sequence of values (usually a sequence of bits) or an individual random value.
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(RNG) A process that is invoked to generate a random sequence of values (usually a sequence of bits) or an individual random value.
Alternative Definitions
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(RNG) A process used to generate an unpredictable series of numbers. Each individual value is called random if each of the values in the total population of values has an equal probability of being selected. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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