Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the suitability and reviews of two books: "Dissapearing Cryptography S2- Information Hiding: Steganography and Watermarking" by Peter Wayner and "Linear Time Invariant Systems" by Martin Schetzen. Participants express their experiences and opinions related to cryptography and system engineering.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Conceptual clarification
- Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses uncertainty about the relevance of steganography to modern cryptography, citing historical examples and suggesting that the techniques discussed may not be applicable to current practices.
- Another participant recommends "Applied Cryptography" by Bruce Schneier as a valuable resource for those studying cryptography, especially for beginners.
- A different participant mentions a free book titled "McDonald Among Us," suggesting it as an alternative resource, although the description is somewhat unclear.
- Several participants repeat the request for reviews or advice regarding the two specific books mentioned, indicating a lack of direct responses to the original inquiry.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
There is no consensus on the value or relevance of the books in question. Multiple competing views are presented regarding the importance of steganography and the recommendations for alternative resources.
Contextual Notes
Some participants express confusion about the appropriateness of the recommended books for their studies, indicating a potential gap in understanding the relationship between the topics of cryptography and system engineering.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals studying cryptography, system engineering, or those seeking book recommendations in these fields may find this discussion relevant.