quantum computer
noun
: a computer that takes advantage of the quantum properties of qubits to perform certain types of calculation extremely quickly compared to conventional computers
quantum computing
noun
A "geek at heart," Samet, 34, is fascinated by quantum computing, a still-emerging field that involves the behavior of subatomic particles in computing.
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Karen Breslau
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In theory, quantum computers could do that math instantly.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Silicon remains a strong candidate for scaling quantum computers because it is already widely used in semiconductor manufacturing, which could help future systems be produced more efficiently.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
Unlike conventional computers, which store information as 0s and 1s, quantum computers use qubits, fundamental units of information that can exist in multiple states simultaneously, enabling them to perform calculations that would take conventional computers millions of years to complete.
—Etiido Uko
march 23, New Atlas, 23 Mar. 2026
Researchers have raced to build powerful quantum computers and identified connections to seemingly unrelated topics in fundamental physics.
—Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Silicon remains a strong candidate for scaling quantum computers because it is already widely used in semiconductor manufacturing, which could help future systems be produced more efficiently.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
Unlike conventional computers, which store information as 0s and 1s, quantum computers use qubits, fundamental units of information that can exist in multiple states simultaneously, enabling them to perform calculations that would take conventional computers millions of years to complete.
—Etiido Uko
march 23, New Atlas, 23 Mar. 2026
Researchers have raced to build powerful quantum computers and identified connections to seemingly unrelated topics in fundamental physics.
—Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026
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“Quantum computer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quantum%20computer. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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