Windows 7: advice for a friend

Jonathan_King · 07 May 2010

A friend needs advice picking a college major. Here is a message he sent me:

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I'm still having trouble decide on what to major in. Either math or information technology. I want to learn all about cryptography and the math behind the algorithms. However, I don't want to double major. I dont think I can create a new special major just for myself...

Kari · 07 May 2010

I think he answered his own question:

Quote:

I want to learn all about cryptography and the math behind the algorithms

It has to be math.

manhunter2826 · 07 May 2010

Agreed, if it's an either/or then it has to be Math in his case with his emphasis on cryptography too.

Arc · 07 May 2010

Maths !
That will cover the areas properly

CarlTR6 · 07 May 2010

I agree with math.

johnwillyums · 07 May 2010

Some British universities offer degrees in "Independent Studies" where you can pick'n'mix courses from different disciplines as long as you can get an exam board to agree to it.
That would be handy for your friend

Jonathan_King · 07 May 2010

Thanks for the input guys. I'm sure he'll appreciate it.

Lordbob75 · 07 May 2010

If it is an option at his school, he could major in the Information Tech, and minor in math... He could also go for another year and get the math.

~Lordbob

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