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	Cryptex - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		It is a combination of the words cryptology and codex; "an apt title for this device" since it uses "the science of cryptology to protect information written on the contained scroll or codex" (p.
		Following the model of "codex" which pluralises as "codices", "cryptex" might be thought to pluralise as "cryptices".
		On the NBC reality series Treasure Hunters, cryptexes were among the puzzles that challenged contestants.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cryptex (770 words)

	Da Vinci's Most Memorable Birthday Gifts (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		When someone purchases an Encrypta cryptex, they select a 7-character secret code appropriate for the recipient – such as a riddle answer, romantic message, person's name, date, or school name.
		This code is laser-etched into the cryptex's rotating wood tumblers, which must be aligned in the correct sequence for the recipient to access the hidden chamber-key.
		Being able to personalize a cryptex with a secret code and a concealed gift (e.g., money, jewelry, personal note, treasure hunt clue) makes for a gift-giving/receiving experience that's thoughtful, surprising, and fun – and, hopefully, creates the same delight da Vinci and his friends probably experienced during the Renaissance.
	www.prweb.com /releases/2006/4/prweb372171.htm (499 words)

	The Da Vinci Code Props Go on... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		The mysterious cryptex and rosewood box(tm) (c)2006 Columbia Pictures, are being put on display in the Museum's temporary exhibit, "Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius" on Thursday, May 18.
		The cryptex -- made famous by Dan's Brown's bestseller, "The Da Vinci Code," and now featured in the film of the same name -- is integral to the story's plot, as it holds the location of the Holy Grail inside.
		Made mostly of brass, the cryptex measures 5.5 inches long and 2 inches in diameter, and it fits snugly inside the lidded rosewood box.
	releases.usnewswire.com /GetRelease.asp?id=66024 (438 words)

	Google cryptex redo. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		On the main part of the cryptex there are 2 tiny flat head screws embedded in the end cap.
		The little brass spacer goes toward the end of the cryptex that does not move.
		Also, when screwing in the tiny screws they do go in all the way and are flush with the end cap.
	www.imgplace.net /cryptex (311 words)

	JS Online:
		To open the cryptex, the tumblers must be rotated and aligned to spell a six- or seven-letter code word that unlocks the cylinder.
		She was so excited about the experience that she took the cryptex to show off at school, and de la Huerga showed it to friends.
		Costs to make and distribute the cryptex are low enough for the partners to fund the venture with their own money.
	www.jsonline.com /story/index.aspx?id=320375&format=print (906 words)

	IBM developerWorks : Blogs : Technology Observations (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Leonardo da Vinci is attributed with being the father of the cryptex.
		It's somewhat disingenuous to say "Leonardo da Vinci is attributed with being the father of the cryptex" when the only person making the attribution is Dan Brown in his novel "The Da Vinci Code" and there is no known evidence that Da Vinci himself designed or even described such a device.
		While Brown may not have invented the cryptex, he certainly coined the word, and the attribution to Leonardo is just another fictional element of the book.
	www-03.ibm.com /developerworks/blogs/page/BobZurek?entry=cryptex (566 words)

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		A cryptex is a tube constructed with a series of rings with letters of the alphabet engraved on them.
		When the rings are turned so that certain letters line up to the cryptex's password, one of the end caps can be removed and the contents (usually a piece of papyrus wrapped around a glass bottle containing vinegar) can be removed.
		As ingenious as this device is, and as much as it sounds like something Leonardo might have invented, the cryptex is a fictional device created by Dan Brown and credited to Leonardo in his popular book, The Da Vinci Code.
	www.unmuseum.org /leocode.htm (1970 words)

	J2ME applications for mobile phones. "Databases"
		Cryptex midlet was designed to avoid such situation.
		When starting Cryptex you have to specify password (more precisely it is not password by encryption key used to encrypt data).
		And Cryptex allows you to specify any password you like and more over remember leading question for it, for example "Name of my dog", "Maiden mother's name", "My old phone number"...
	www.garret.ru /~knizhnik/En_DataBase.htm#Cryptex (933 words)

	Cryptex from Encrypta Gifts, the World's Perfect Gift, your cryptex available from $79.95
		cryptex's hidden chamber-key — such as money, gift certificate, jewelry, personal note, treasure hunt clue, key to a gift box, directions to another location for a surprise party, website address with a link to a vacation destination, key to a room filled with gifts.
		cryptex, give it to a family member, friend, or business associate, and experience for yourself how much fun you have giving it, how much fun the recipient has getting it, and how much they love it.
		Encrypta cryptex iis a great gift for almost everyone in your life, I encourage you to review other pages on this website (or you are always welcome to call — 866-254-3812).
	www.encryptagifts.com (2404 words)

	Cryptex from Encrypta Gifts, the World's Perfect Gift, your cryptex available from $79.95
		It's called a cryptex and it is believed to have been originally conceived in the 1500s by Leonardo da Vinci.
		As you may have already realized, the 7 character secret code that opens the cryptex can be based on a wide-variety of ideas.
		P.S.S. The Encrypta cryptex is 100% guaranteed: If you aren't completely satisfied with your cryptex, just return it within 90 days for a full refund with absolutely no hassles.
	www.encryptagifts.com /the_story.htm (1342 words)

	Breaking the code
		To open the cryptex the recipient must rotate and align the tumblers to spell a six- or seven-letter code word that unlocks the cylinder to reveal a secret chamber/key.
		To open the cryptex, the book’s characters had to first solve a riddle to learn a code word.
		The $80 cryptex is now only available online through their Grafton company, Encrypta Gifts, though they hope to offer a mass-produced version soon.
	www.gmtoday.com /content/NSL/2005/September/15.asp (335 words)

	Cryptex 1.2 - Security software news and downloads
		Cryptex is a useful utility that allows you to protect vital information on your PC with a secure and hidden vault.
		Feel better knowing that ANY file you "lock" in the vault will be protected with strong encryption to ensure maximum protection against theft and peeping eyes.
		As an added bonus, Cryptex only requires the amount of hard drive space of the total size of files that you put into your vault(s).
	www.daita.org /z/encryption/cryptex-1.2-200602231028.html (170 words)

	Da Vinci's Birthday Celebrated with Introduction of Encrypta Cryptex
		The cryptex, believed to have been conceived by Leonardo da Vinci in the 1500s as an instrument for delivering secret messages, has been popularized by "The Da Vinci Code" - one of the best selling fiction books of all time with over 29 million copies in print.
		Inside the Encrypta cryptex is a hidden chamber-key with a cavity that can hold a variety of small gifts, such as cash, jewelry or a coupon.
		The recipient of the cryptex can only access the chamber-key if they align seven rotating tumblers in a sequence matching a secret code selected by the gift giver and custom-keyed into the cryptex by Encrypta Gifts.
	www.ereleases.com /pr/20050415006.html (360 words)

	Da Vinci Quest on Google - Solutions \| The Cryptex - News on Dan Brown, The Da Vinci Code and The Solomon Key
		Inside the cryptex there will be the instructions of how to access the last 5 puzzles.
		In fact, after opening my cryptex I messed around with it to see what letters actually corresponded to notches in the internal workings, and the "correct" code for mine is TRIIL.
		The upshot is this--you only really need to try a maximum of 26 times to open the cryptex even if you have no clue what the code is. Just pick a letter for the second to last dial, then continuously sweep the last dial to see if it opens with that letter.
	www.thecryptex.com /node/44?page=2 (9619 words)

	Renaissance man \| TheNewsTribune.com \| Tacoma, WA
		Nevins engaged in the mental machinations surrounding the cryptex solely to teach a children’s lesson.
		He made three cryptexes from wood and brass for a visionary friend who asked Nevins to number them, because he prophesied that Nevins would become rich and famous once word of his secret craftsmanship spread.
		The world’s only known craftsman of the cryptex – a coded keybox invented, some say, by da Vinci as a tool for hiding secrets to the Holy Grail – lives in Tacoma.
	www.thenewstribune.com /business/story/4500683p-4230371c.html (2188 words)

	Release of 'The Da Vinci Code' Trailer Sparks Interest in New Cryptex Gift Item
		Carlos de la Huerga, one of the creators of the Encrypta cryptex, said, "We believe the extraordinary interest in our cryptex is due to the popularity of 'The Da Vinci Code,' the best-selling novel by Dan Brown in which a cryptex plays a major role.
		The Encrypta cryptex was launched in early April of 2005.
		Inside the Encrypta cryptex is a hidden chamber-key with a cavity that can hold a variety of items, such as jewelry, a coupon or a note.
	www.ereleases.com /pr/20050607014.html (374 words)

	Cryptic commerce \| TheNewsTribune.com \| Tacoma, WA
		And the secret of the cryptex locking mechanism came to him in a simple flash of inspiration.
		Justin looked at the fl ink on the back of his left hand where he had written the code word the buyer of cryptex No. 147 wanted built in to her personalized cylinder.
		The world’s only known craftsman of the cryptex – a coded device invented around 1500, some say, by Leonardo da Vinci as a tool for hiding secrets to the Holy Grail – lives in Tacoma.
	www.thenewstribune.com /business/story/5738011p-5134971c.html (2006 words)

	Davinci Code: The Dialogue
		It’s the Cryptex decoding puzzle from "The Da Vinci Code." All over the Internet, enterprising inventors are selling their versions of it.
		Imagine/Columbia pictures is hopeful that the Cryptex will take on the same meaning as the "Star Wars" lightsaber, the "Men in Black" memory stick and E.T.’s Reese’s Pieces.
		While buzz about "The Da Vinci Code" is all over the place, one thing’s for certain: When it opens on May 19, the Tom Hanks-Ron Howard thriller is sure to have at least one blockbuster weekend.
	www.thedavincidialogue.com /news.cfm?NewsID=158 (231 words)

	how to create your own cryptex code (& what to do if you forget your code) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Repeat step for each letter, and replace the rings with the letter reel attached onto the cryptex body each time.
		Once you have all the letters replaced and back on the cryptex body, replace the end piece (the one with the screw holes).
		Now, your cryptex is set for whatever code you set.
	www.stanford.edu /~fastace/reviews.htm (329 words)

	JS Online:
		The cryptex business continues to be a learning experience for Oelschlaeger and de la Huerga, who are partners in Telaric Alliance, a consulting business.
		To open the cryptex, the tumblers must be rotated and aligned to spell a six- or seven-letter word that unlocks the cylinder.
		The purchaser can choose the word that will unlock the cryptex that he or she orders and writes the riddle that the recipient must solve to open the cylinder.
	www.jsonline.com /story/index.aspx?id=426919 (972 words)

	Encrypta Gifts Offers Non-Finalists of 'The Da Vinci Code Quest' Another Option for Owning a Cryptex
		To qualify for the Final Phase of the contest, participants in the Quest needed to be one of the first 10,000 to complete a series of 24 daily, skill based puzzles.
		When someone purchases an Encrypta cryptex, they select a 7-character secret code, which is custom laser-etched into the cryptex's rotating wood tumblers.
		The company's Encrypta cryptex, priced at $79.95, can be custom ordered at www.EncryptaGifts.com or by calling 866-254-3812.
	www.prweb.com /releases/2006/5/prweb384198.htm (486 words)

	Cryptex from US Patent Services - Recognizing employee contribution with the cryptex innovation award (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Leonardo da Vinci is believed to have conceived of the cryptex as an instrument for delivering secret messages.
		Now it’s available in a form that makes the cryptex an invaluable tool for recognizing and rewarding the contributions of your employees.
		Alternatively you may be interested in commissioning the design of a one-of-a-kind cryptex via our Special Orders service.
	www.uspscryptex.com /index.htm (205 words)

	Protect vital information on your PC (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Cryptex also allows you to create self extracting executable files that can be safely stored on CD or DVD.
		Simply drag and drop your files and folders into the vault, press the LOCK button and your files are not only encrypted but also hidden from snooping eyes.
		The recipient DOES NOT have to have Crypex installed to decrypt the vault file, all that is required is the password.
	www.visionbackup.co.uk /cryptex.asp?group=Cryptex (357 words)

	wisbusiness (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Customer remarks about the Encrypta cryptex have touted it as "the gift of the year", "totally cool", "the perfect gift", and "truly magical", -- and described the process of giving one as "priceless", "a blast", and "a day that'll be remembered for a long time".
		Initial interest in the cryptex is often due to the popularity of "The Da Vinci Code" (best selling novel and upcoming movie in which a cryptex plays a major role) -- but people quickly realize that what makes the Encrypta cryptex such a wonderful present are its unique design and characteristics.
		The Encrypta cryptex is available for purchase on the company's website (www.encryptagifts.com) and at select gift stores.
	www.wisbusiness.com /index.iml?Article=44563 (431 words)

	Gazette.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		The hand-crafted cryptex from Encrypta Gifts is about 7½ inches long and made of wood and brass.
		When ordering the cryptex, you pick the seven-character code that will unlock the case.
		The custom-made Cryptex Security Box starts around $400 and goes to more than $1,000, depending on the materials used and the number of code rings.
	www.gazette.com /display.php?id=1317211&secid=17 (306 words)

	The Cryptex Tantalus
		This device combines a Tantalus - a 19th century device that allowed one to keep the liquor safe from the servants and a Cryptex - a fictional 15th century device that allowed one to keep secrets for centuries, from the best selling book "The Da Vinci Code".
		The Cryptex Tantalus has 8 rings consisting of 16 segments each.
		The symbols on the rings can be anything, the most practical being letters, that when arranged vertically spell the secret word unlocking the secret of the Cryptex Tantalus.
	www.davidbelser.com /tantalus.html (286 words)

	Cryptex™ \| Custom-made Cryptex™ Security Box
		Those enthralled by the mystery surrounding the ancient box of guarded secrets in the top-selling novel, The Da Vinci Code, can now physically unlock secrets of their own, or share the gift of intrigue and masterful art represented in every custom-made piece.
		Every Cryptex™ Security Box is numbered and signed by the Artist.
		Since its conception, the Cryptex™ Security Box has morphed into a fully functional, modern day time capsule that can be passed from one generation to the next.
	www.cryptex.org /h_home.htm (165 words)

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