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Enigma Machine Simulator
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This project simulates the WWII Enigma machine using Python and Flask.

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Requirements
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- Python 3.8 or higher
- pip (Python package installer)

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Installation Steps
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1. Extract this ZIP file to a folder.

2. Open a terminal or command prompt and navigate to the project folder.

3. Create a virtual environment:

   On Windows:
   python -m venv venv
   venv\Scripts\activate

   On macOS/Linux:
   python3 -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate

4. Install required packages:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

5. Start the application:

   python server.py

6. Open your browser and go to:

   http://127.0.0.1:5000

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Notes
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- Do not rename or delete the `templates` or `static` folders.
- Make sure `server.py` and `enigma_machine.py` remain in the project root.

Enjoy encrypting messages like it's 1942.
