Composite Numbers vs Prime Numbers

Developers should learn about composite numbers for applications in cryptography (e meets developers should learn about prime numbers for cryptography (e. Here's our take.

Composite Numbers

Nice Pick

Developers should learn about composite numbers for applications in cryptography (e

Pros

• g
• Related to: prime-numbers, number-theory

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Prime Numbers

Developers should learn about prime numbers for cryptography (e

Pros

• g
• Related to: number-theory, cryptography

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Composite Numbers if: You want g and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use Prime Numbers if: You prioritize g over what Composite Numbers offers.

The Bottom Line

Composite Numbers wins

Developers should learn about composite numbers for applications in cryptography (e