The Feynman Processor: Quantum Entanglement and the Computing Revolution

An astounding glimpse into the future of physics and computers.

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Milburn (theoretical physics and laser science, U. of Queensland, Australia) predicts that quantum computation will bypass the imminent constraints on the speed and power of conventional computers imposed by the need to move signals from one place to another in the physical world. He outlines quantum physics, explains the peculiar phenomenon of quantum entanglement, and describes how quantum computers might work. He projects the possibility of matter teleportation at the end of the polarized laser beam. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknew.com)

Gerard L. Milburn is professor of theoretical physics and head of the Department of Laser Science at the University of Queensland, Australia. He is one of the key scientists in the effort to make quantum computers a reality. Professor Milburn is also the author of Schrödinger Machines.