CS 5437

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CS 5437
Principals and Practice of Cryptocurrencies

Course information provided by the 2015-2016 Catalog.

This course will provide an introduction to the theoretical concepts and practical concerns of cybercurrencies. Topics include hashing, cryptographic signatures, peer to peer networks, distributed consensus with proof of work, and the security and privacy of cyber-currencies. Also discussed are Bitcoin's use and ecosystem, its history, economy and legal aspects.


Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: CS 4410 or permission of instructor.

When Offered Spring.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 16787 CS 5437   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person