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Computational number theory

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TL;DR. The study and development of algorithms for number theoretic computations.

Technical Definition

The study and development of algorithms for number theoretic computations.

How it works

Computational number theory, also known as algorithmic number theory, focuses on creating efficient algorithms for solving problems in number theory. This includes tasks like factorization, primality testing, and modular arithmetic, with applications in cryptography.