Re:Recharging the Python standard library
by falcolas on Friday October 11, 2013 @12:05PM
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Do you mean why is PyCrypto not part of the standard library? Export controls, mostly.
From PyCrypto's website:
"Unfortunately, cryptography software is still governed by arms control regulations in Canada, the United States, and elsewhere. The controls are fairly loose for free/open-source software, but they exist nonetheless."
From PyCrypto's website:
"Unfortunately, cryptography software is still governed by arms control regulations in Canada, the United States, and elsewhere. The controls are fairly loose for free/open-source software, but they exist nonetheless."