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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Leaders should be looking for tools and applications that support the long-term mission to keep customer data and operations safe in anticipation of quantum computers that threaten classical cryptography.
—John Prisco, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
For decades now, cryptographers have known that the same problems are trivial to solve with a sufficiently large quantum computer.
—ArsTechnica, 20 May 2025
The quantum computer, known as Advantage2, marks its sixth iteration and most advanced system, the company said.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 20 May 2025
In 2024, Chinese researchers at Shanghai University determined that a quantum computer could crack popular encryption algorithms that VPNs, web browsers, and even government computers rely upon.
—Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
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John Prisco, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
For decades now, cryptographers have known that the same problems are trivial to solve with a sufficiently large quantum computer.
—ArsTechnica, 20 May 2025
The quantum computer, known as Advantage2, marks its sixth iteration and most advanced system, the company said.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 20 May 2025
In 2024, Chinese researchers at Shanghai University determined that a quantum computer could crack popular encryption algorithms that VPNs, web browsers, and even government computers rely upon.
—Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
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“Quantum computer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quantum%20computer. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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