Introduction to Quantum Computing
15 credits
Classical computers are based on bits, which are either 0 or 1. Quantum computers, on the other hand, use qubits, which can be both 0 and 1 simultaneously, thanks to a phenomenon called superposition. This allows quantum computers to process much more information at once. Another unique feature is entanglement, where qubits affect each other regardless of distance, enabling faster problem solving.
In quantum computers, quantum gates like the Hadamard and Pauli gates are used to manipulate qubits. Algorithms such as Shor's factoring algorithm and Grover's search algorithm demonstrate quantum computers' ability to solve problems faster than classical computers.
In fields like quantum chemistry, quantum computers can simulate molecules and calculate energies with high precision. Quantum cryptography and quantum teleportation open new doors for secure communication.
The development of physical qubits — from ion traps to superconducting circuits — is ongoing, though challenges like decoherence, where qubits lose their quantum information, require advanced error-correction techniques.
Recent advancements have improved the performance of quantum computers, and although the technology is still young, it is expected to soon revolutionize both science and industry.
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