Random number generator

[merlinv]

Hi,
I need a random number generator that is better than rand()

The maxnum is not large enough.

Any help here would be appreciated.

Thanks.

MerlinV

 

[Salem]

> I need a random number generator that is better than rand()
I know of two main applications for needing randomness.
- statistics
- cryptography

Which one do you want a random number generator for (or do you have some other purpose in mind)?
Not all generators are ideally suited to any purpose.

> The maxnum is not large enough.
So take a few bits from successive calls to rand() until you have enough bits.
Simple example:
[tt]int aBiggerRand = rand() * 100 + rand();[/tt]

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[merlinv]

I am trying to deal bridge hands with a random number generator and from what I have read the rand is not random enough

Thanks.

MerlinV