Hardware Random Number Generator

A hardware random number generator (HRNG) is a device that produces random numbers using physical processes, such as electronic noise or atomic activity, rather than algorithms. These physical phenomena are inherently unpredictable, making the numbers more truly random compared to software-generated pseudorandom numbers. HRNGs are often used in cryptography, secure communications, and applications requiring high-quality randomness. They typically consist of specialized circuits or sensors that detect and convert unpredictable physical signals into digital numbers, providing a reliable source of randomness essential for security and encryption tasks.