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Ring Arithmetic

Definition

Ring arithmetic refers to mathematical operations performed within an algebraic structure known as a ring, which consists of a set equipped with two binary operations, typically addition and multiplication. These operations adhere to specific properties, such as associativity, distributivity, and the existence of additive and multiplicative identities. In cryptography, this form of arithmetic is fundamental for constructing various encryption schemes and zero-knowledge proofs. It provides the mathematical foundation for computations on integers modulo a certain number or polynomials.