One of the things I like about computer science is that it is constantly evolving. A good example of this evolution is the recent invention of a flip-flop random number generator[1] (RNG). Replacing a pseudo RNG with a real one will drastically improve the reliability of many algorithms[2]. Since flip-flops are cheap to build this invention could become a ubiquitous part of computing in the coming years. If such a basic concept can still be improved upon I wonder what else is waiting to be discovered. I have my eye on you Mr. Halting Problem.
[1] New Approach to Generating Truly Random Numbers May Improve Internet Security, Weather Forecasts
[2] I am using "reliable" as a catch all term for the many improvements that a random number generator can make. [1] has some examples.
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