Quantum computers ready to leap out of the lab in 2017

Quantum computers ready to leap out of the lab in 2017

1/8/2017

link

http://www.nature.com/news/quantum-computers-ready-to-leap-out-of-the-lab-in-2017-1.21239

summary

This article discusses the potential breakthroughs in quantum computing that are expected to happen in 2017. It explains that quantum computers have the potential to perform complex calculations at a much faster rate than classical computers. The article highlights the progress made in developing quantum computing technology, such as the creation of stable qubits and the ability to perform calculations with error correction. It also mentions the competition between industry giants, like IBM and Google, in terms of developing practical quantum computers. The article concludes by emphasizing the imminent transition of quantum computing from a purely theoretical concept to a practical technology that may revolutionize various fields, from cryptography to drug discovery.

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