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Purpose of 64-bit public key token in .NET Assembly?

What is the purpose of 64 bit public key token in .NET assembly. I understand that the public key corresponding to the private key that is used to sign the assembly is embedded in the assembly itself. What purpose does the 64-bit public key current serve when the public key as a whole is available?

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This is part of the fully qualified assembly name - using a 64-bit token is ultimately unique enough not to cause problems, while still not making the assembly name too long.



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