in reply to 64-bit digest algorithms

NIST is holding a competition to replace the SHA family of hash functions, and it asked for submissions to be optimized for 64-bit CPU. Unfortunately, it's still very early in the process.

It seems that someone created a module of Digest::Skein, Bruce Schneier and all's submission if you want to take a peek.

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Re^2: 64-bit digest algorithms
by BrowserUk (Patriarch) on Nov 13, 2008 at 04:20 UTC

    I think I should clarify my question. I'm looking for a 64-bit digest algorithm (Ie. one that produces only 64-bit digests), not a cryptographic strength digest algorithm optimised for 64-bit cpus.

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      Isn't it typical to chop off the bits you don't need from a larger digest? I noticed you "cryptographic strength" is only present in the description of what you don't need.
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