Foundations of quantum mechanics : from photons to quantum computers /

Quantum computers are the proposed centerpieces of a revolutionary, 21st-century quantum information technology. This book takes the reader into the world of quantum mechanics and continues on an in-depth study of quantum information and quantum computing, including the future of quantum technology....

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Main Author: Blümel, R. (Reinhold)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Sudbury, Mass. : Jones and Bartlett Publishers, [2010]
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Summary:Quantum computers are the proposed centerpieces of a revolutionary, 21st-century quantum information technology. This book takes the reader into the world of quantum mechanics and continues on an in-depth study of quantum information and quantum computing, including the future of quantum technology. This text focuses on what is "quantum" about quantum mechanics; topics discussed include the EPR paradox, entanglement, teleportation, Bell's Theorem, quantum computing, and code-breaking with quantum computers.--Back cover.
Physical Description:xii, 331 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:0763776289 (hardcover)
9780763776282 (hardcover)