Schneier Calls Quantum Cryptography Impressive But Pointless 233
KindMind writes "Bruce Schneier writes in Wired that quantum cryptography, while an awesome technology, is actually pointless (that is, of no commercial value). His point is that the science of cryptography is not the weak point, but the other links in the chain (like people, etc.) are where it breaks down."
A billion photons... (Score:5, Funny)
Are now running for their jobs.
Thanks bruce.
ummmm (Score:5, Funny)
I know what to do (Score:3, Funny)
Re:sure... (Score:5, Funny)
factors the products of large prime numbers in log(n) time
That's easy, just use sqrt(n) computers.
Re:I know what to do (Score:1, Funny)
"So, are my files destroyed?"
"I'm sorry sir, we won't know until we look."
"Well, isn't that obvious? What am I paying you people for? Next thing you'll tell me a cat ate my data."
"Actually, sir, it *is* possible that a c--"
"You're fired."
Yes, it is pointless. I see what you mean.
What Schneier is trying to say: (Score:5, Funny)
Re:A billion photons... (Score:5, Funny)
Re:I know what to do (Score:5, Funny)
This is Bruce Schneier we're talking about. Bruce Schneier can decrypt quantum encryption by giving it a stern look.
What a pussy. (Score:4, Funny)
What a pussy.
Re:While I appreciate the spirit of the article... (Score:3, Funny)
It has been and still is true that adept social engineering can break any security scheme, due to the vulnerability of the people involved.
And unfortunately, if you take the people out of the loop, you're letting WOPR become Skynet.
Re:Hard to argue with the general point. (Score:3, Funny)
> wife is dead
Lock door.
> you hear a grue scratching outside
Re:Hard to argue with the general point. (Score:2, Funny)
Re:Hard to argue with the general point. (Score:5, Funny)
Re:Hard to argue with the general point. (Score:3, Funny)
Re:Hard to argue with the general point. (Score:4, Funny)
Made by a big International company - bin Laden Group, based in Jidda.
Works perfectly.
To communicate with you, I am thumping on the walls.
If you are listening, could you please cut a hole in the wall.
An upgrade is necessary - I need air.
Re:sure... (Score:5, Funny)
Re:What Schneier is trying to say: (Score:3, Funny)
Are you certain about that?
Re:ummmm (Score:1, Funny)
Yes, he does. He also doesn't.
Re:ummmm (Score:4, Funny)
Er...
"Bruce Schneier knows the state of Schroedinger's cat?"
Actually, he remains ambivalent until someone asks him.
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Re:sure... (Score:4, Funny)
Re:Of course he does (Score:3, Funny)
Shut your mouth!
I think you need to read some facts about Bruce Schneier!
http://geekz.co.uk/schneierfacts/ [geekz.co.uk]