Senigma

The Software Enigma is an application that aims to replicate the original functions of the Enigma - a cryptographic device utilized by the Germans during World War II. While it was famously cracked by multiple parties including the Polish and English in the 1940s, the enigma still remains a fascinating part of history. The Enigma system operates using a symmetrical encryption algorithm based on three wheels that carry letters in a randomized order, and a reflector wheel that also carries letters. As a letter passes through the three wheels and the reflector wheel, its position is changed according to Enigma specifications.

The Software Enigma was specially designed to participate in a coding competition in the summer of 2000. The application comes equipped to handle more than the default three wheels and over 26 different characters that were used on the original device. By examining the code of the Software Enigma, you can learn to understand the algorithm used to imitate the original Enigma. The software also allows users to try and crack encrypted enigma messages by following the procedures used by the original crackers in the 1940s. Additionally, users can also use the application to encrypt their own private messages - although it might not be the most secure option.

In terms of new features, the latest version boasts corrected historical information within the documentation. Whether you're a history buff or a cryptography enthusiast, the Software Enigma is a fun application to play around with.