Quantum Computing and Quantum Information (Photocopy Edition)

Author: (USA) Nielsen, (USA) Chuang
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: This book comprehensively introduces the main ideas and technologies in the field of quantum computing and quantum information science. So far, the rapid progress and interdisciplinary nature of this field have made it confusing for beginners to gain a comprehensive understanding of its main technologies and conclusions. Authors Michael Nielsen and Isaac Chuang pose the question: What are the ultimate physical limits of computation and communication? They detail the fascinating fact that rapid quantum algorithms, quantum teleportation, quantum cryptography, and quantum error correction techniques are emerging. The book is richly illustrated with charts and exercises, providing in-depth explanations and analyses of each topic. A distinctive feature of this book is its guided introduction to quantum mechanics and computer science, making it accessible to those without a background in physics or computer science. In the second part, the authors introduce quantum computing, describing how quantum computers can solve problems faster than traditional "classical" computers and their real-world implementation. The third part delves into quantum information science to summarize the book, explaining how quantum states are used to accomplish grand communication tasks and discussing how to protect quantum states from noise interference. This book is suitable for graduate courses in physics, computer science, mathematics, and electrical engineering at universities and colleges, and also provides valuable reference material for researchers in related fields.