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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The Biden administration has continued those efforts with tighter export controls on advanced technology such as chips and quantum computers. —

Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024 Similarly, today’s quantum computers have far fewer resources than what would be ideal for large-scale problem-solving. —

Yuval Boger, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 But suppose that this quantum computer has just finished a calculation. —

Quanta Magazine, 12 Sep. 2024 The rules target quantum computers and components, advanced chipmaking tools, a cutting-edge semiconductor technology called gate all-around, and various components and software related to metals and metal alloys. —

Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for quantum computer

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1982, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of quantum computer was in 1982

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