Elliptic curves have been intensively studied in algebraic geometry and number theory. In recent years they have been used in devising efficient algorithms for factoring integers and primality proving, and in the
construction of public key cryptosystems.<br/> <em>Elliptic Curve Public Key Cryptosystems</em> provides an up-to-date and self-contained treatment of elliptic curve-based public key cryptology. Elliptic
curve cryptosystems potentially provide equivalent security to the existing public key schemes, but with shorter key lengths. Having short key lengths means smaller bandwidth and memory requirements and can be a crucial
factor in some applications, for example the design of smart card systems. The book examines various issues which arise in the secure and efficient implementation of elliptic curve systems.<br/> <em>Elliptic
Curve Public Key Cryptosystems</em> is a valuable reference resource for researchers in academia, government and industry who are concerned with issues of data security. Because of the comprehensive treatment, the
book is also suitable for use as a text for advanced courses on the subject.<br/>