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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Some technologists hope quantum computers will be capable of solving problems that stump classical computers.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
Unlike classical computers which use binary bits, quantum computers use quantum bits — or qubits — which are usually electrons, photons, or another subatomic particle.
—Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 27 Feb. 2025
In theory, that means far fewer physical qubits would be needed per logical qubit, paving a path to developing powerful quantum computers.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Google last year unveiled an experimental quantum computer that completed calculations in five minutes that most supercomputers could not finish in 10 septillion years.
—Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
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Jordan Novet, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
Unlike classical computers which use binary bits, quantum computers use quantum bits — or qubits — which are usually electrons, photons, or another subatomic particle.
—Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 27 Feb. 2025
In theory, that means far fewer physical qubits would be needed per logical qubit, paving a path to developing powerful quantum computers.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Google last year unveiled an experimental quantum computer that completed calculations in five minutes that most supercomputers could not finish in 10 septillion years.
—Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
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“Quantum computer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quantum%20computer. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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