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Introduction
Contents
Enigma - a very famous story of cryptology
Martin Oberzalek
March 2000
Introduction
Contents
What is the Enigma cipher machine?
Short History
Parts of the machine
Operation of the Enigma machine with an example
Basic handling
Basic functionality
Rotors
Electrical diagram
Example
Types of Machines
Enigma D, for non-military use
Model M3
Model M4
How secure is the machine?
Breaking the Enigma
Sending a message
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Deciphering
Securities
The Polish breaking the Enigma
Breaking the Enigma by the British.
Entry points for encrypting the messages.
A) message keys
B) A letter never enciphers to itself.
C) CRIBS (=Eselsbrücke)
D) KISS
E) Capturing codebooks and secret material
Bletchley Park and the Turing Bomb
Bletchley Park
Turing Bomb
Conclusion
Apendix
Wiring
Glossary
Recomended readings
Books
Videos
Else
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Martin Oberzalek 2000-04-04
