My kids asked me this question and I couldn’t really give a concise, understandable explanation.
So I’m hoping someone on SO can.
My kids asked me this question and I couldn’t really give a concise, understandable
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My kids asked me this question and I couldn’t really give a concise, understandable explanation.
So I’m hoping someone on SO can.
How about, ‘Because computers just follow instructions, and random numbers are the opposite of following instructions. If you make a random number by following instructions, then it’s not very random! Imagine trying to give someone instructions on how to choose a random number.’