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Random number generators: good ones are hard to find

S. K. Park, +1 more
- 01 Oct 1988 - 
- Vol. 31, Iss: 10, pp 1192-1201
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In this paper, practical and theoretical issues concerning the design, implementation, and use of a good, minimal standard random number generator that will port to virtually all systems are presented concerning the use of such a generator.
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Practical and theoretical issues are presented concerning the design, implementation, and use of a good, minimal standard random number generator that will port to virtually all systems.

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