Mersenne Twister

The Mersenne Twister is a computer algorithm used to generate sequences of random numbers. It produces numbers that appear very unpredictable and evenly distributed, making it suitable for simulations, gaming, and scientific modeling. Developed in 1997, it is known for its high quality and efficiency, generating a long sequence before repeating itself. Its name comes from a special prime number called a Mersenne prime, which relates to its internal structure. Overall, it’s a reliable method for creating random-like numbers in computer programs, balancing speed with the quality of randomness.