whurley & Floyd Earl Smith 
Quantum Computing For Dummies 

Comprehend the mysteries–and the amazing potential–of quantum computing

Quantum computing has the promise to be the next huge thing in technology. How do we know that? Look at how much the big players in tech are investing in the technology. Quantum Computing For Dummies preps you for the amazing changes that are coming with the world of computing built on the phenomena of quantum mechanics. Need to know what is it and how does it work? This easy-to-understand book breaks it down and answers your most pressing questions. Get a better understanding of how quantum computing is revolutionizing networking, data management, cryptography, and artificial intelligence in ways that would have previously been unthinkable. With a Dummies guide by your side, you’ll get a primer on the inner workings and practical applications of quantum computers.

* Learn the difference binary and quantum computers

* Discover which industries will be most influenced by quantum computing

* See how quantum improves encryption and enables business

* Take a look at how quantum is applied in big data and AI

For technologists and IT pros interested in getting on board the quantum train–plus anyone who’s quantum-curious–this Dummies guide is a must-have.

Innehållsförteckning

Introduction 1

Part 1: The Power of Quantum Computing 7

Chapter 1: Quantum Computing Boot Camp 9

Chapter 2: Looking Back to Early and Classical Computing 27

Chapter 3: Examining the Roots of Quantum Computing 47

Chapter 4: Introducing Quantum Technology 1.0 69

Chapter 5: Unveiling Quantum Computing 83

Chapter 6: Quantum Computing Accelerates 99

Part 2: Quantum Computing Options 113

Chapter 7: Choosing Between Classical and Quantum Computing 115

Chapter 8: Getting Started with Quantum Computing 131

Chapter 9: It’s All about the Stack 153

Chapter 10: Racing for the Perfect Qubit 173

Chapter 11: Choosing a Qubit Type 187

Part 3: Getting Entangled with Quantum Computing 207

Chapter 12: Programming a Quantum Computer 209

Chapter 13: Quantum Computing Applications 237

Chapter 14: Quantum Computing Algorithms 255

Chapter 15: Cloud Access Options 281

Chapter 16: Educational Resources 305

Part 4: The Part of Tens 327

Chapter 17: Ten Myths Surrounding Quantum Computing 329

Chapter 18: Ten Tech Questions Answered 339

Chapter 19: Ten Business Questions Answered 347

Chapter 20: Ten University Research Programs 355

Index 361

Om författaren

’whurley’ is the founder and CEO of Strangeworks, a startup that makes the power of quantum computing easily accessible and available to all. He is also co-author of Quantum Computing For Babies.

Floyd Smith is a tech communicator and longtime For Dummies author, who has most notably written several editions of the bestselling Creating Web Pages For Dummies.