All Forums >> General >> General Discussion

ELI5: Why are random distorted codes used as a safeguard for entering information to websites? (by Sparky)

 Sparky (0)  (29 / M-F / Massachusetts)
18-Feb-20 5:35 am
ELI5: Why are random distorted codes used as a safeguard for entering information to websites?

Normally seen when you?re buying something really popular, and often seen with a mash of ?Xh38bF? that looks all swirly and weird.


Source.

 

 

 
 
Quick reply:

[Smilies]

RULES:
  • Be respectful at all times.
  • Be mature and act like an adult.
  • Respect different points of view.
  • Discuss ideas, not specific users.
  • Don't get personal.
  • No profanity.
  • No drama.
  • No thread hijacking.
  • No trolling.
  • No spamming.
  • No soliciting.
  • No duplicate posting.
  • No posting in the wrong section.
  • No posting of contact information.
  • Be welcoming to new users.
Repeated violations of the above will result in increasing temporary bans from the forum and an eventual permanent ban from the site. Basically, just be friendly and neighborly and all will be well.
Similar threads:
Top
Home
Give us feedback!

Login:

* Username:

* Password:

 Remember me


Forgot?