Quantum Networks: The Future of Computer Communication
Quantum Networks: The Future of Computer Communication
English | 2025 | ASIN: B0FBKJ8MPD | 90 pages | EPUB (True) | 517.46 KB
English | 2025 | ASIN: B0FBKJ8MPD | 90 pages | EPUB (True) | 517.46 KB
This eBook provides an expert-level examination of quantum networks, exploring their foundational principles, current technological landscape, significant challenges, and transformative future implications for computer communication. It delves into the unique properties of quantum mechanics—such as superposition, entanglement, and the no-cloning theorem—that enable unprecedented security and new paradigms for distributed computing and sensing. The report details the evolution of quantum communication, from early theoretical concepts to cutting-edge experimental deployments, highlighting key protocols like Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and the critical role of quantum repeaters and memories in extending network reach. It also addresses the formidable technical hurdles, infrastructure demands, and complex integration issues that must be overcome for widespread adoption. Finally, the report discusses the profound societal and ethical considerations, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and the geopolitical "quantum arms race," offering strategic recommendations for accelerating the responsible development of a global quantum internet.