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| − | ''' | + | '''Hashes''' are mathematical algorithms which generate a unique code for a piece of data. They are used to uniquely identify files or groups of data. |
| − | In the [[ | + | In the [[FAQ_eD2k-Kademlia|ed2k network]], the most commonly used type of hash is the [[MD4 hash]], although [http://www.faqs.org/rfcs/rfc3174.html SHA-1] hashes are also used. |
Latest revision as of 15:23, 24 September 2008
Hashes are mathematical algorithms which generate a unique code for a piece of data. They are used to uniquely identify files or groups of data.
In the ed2k network, the most commonly used type of hash is the MD4 hash, although SHA-1 hashes are also used.
