2.2 - Proof of Privacy in Shamir’s Secret Sharing
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What does the (n, t) model signify in Shamir's Secret Sharing?
💡 Hint: Remember the terms 'n' and 't' relate to parties and thresholds.
Why are finite fields used in the secret sharing scheme?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens with larger number sets.
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What does '(n, t)' represent?
💡 Hint: Think about what each letter stands for.
Using shares from Shamir’s scheme provides security because...
💡 Hint: Reflect on why partial information could be harmful.
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If a dealer wants to distribute a secret using Shamir’s scheme with 5 shareholders and a threshold of 2, outline the steps for distribution and the security measures in place.
💡 Hint: Consider how each shareholder can only know their own share.
How can Shamir's scheme be applied to a practical scenario, such as voting or secure document sharing? Illustrate your answer with a clear example.
💡 Hint: Think of different ways groups need to collaborate for important decisions.
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