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Statistical Test Suite

Definition

A statistical test suite is a collection of mathematical tests used to evaluate the randomness properties of a sequence of numbers. These tests analyze various characteristics, such as frequency, runs, and autocorrelation, to determine if the sequence exhibits statistically random behavior. In cryptography, these suites are crucial for assessing the quality of random number generators used for keys and other security parameters. They provide an objective measure of unpredictability.