cryptography

Vote 2012

Computer scientist David Chaum suggests that cryptography could solve e-voting security woes in the future, and many experts agree. Here’s how Chaum’s system works.

1. When you go into the voting booth, you’re presented with an ATM-like screen that lists the candidates. Choose one by tapping that person’s name. A message confirming your choice appears at the top of
the screen.


2. This confirmation is actually two paper receipts, pressed together and then illuminated from behind. Each receipt by itself is an unreadable grid, but when properly aligned, the name you have chosen appears.

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