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  1. 02-28-2010, 09:38 PM #1
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    Default generate pseudo random numbers in java

    I need to know how to generate pseudo random numbers in java without using the Random class

    If anyone knows PLEASE let me know
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    Why not use Random? Are you asking us to do your homework for you?
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    The usual approach is to use a long linear recursive sequence and initialize it with a time stamp.
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    Quote Originally Posted by csr81 View Post
    I need to know how to generate pseudo random numbers in java without using the Random class

    If anyone knows PLEASE let me know
    Math.random() ?

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