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Tools are neither good nor evil. We decide how a tool is used, and to that end our histories and children decide if it was good or evil. Quantum Computing unlo
by valarauca1 9y ago
Tools are neither good nor evil. We decide how a tool is used, and to that end our histories and children decide if it was good or evil.
Quantum Computing unlocks a lot of crypto-breaking, but post-quantum algorithms are already getting mainstream. People are starting to understand implementations, the theoretical underpinnings appear solid.
As somebody who contributes occasionally to OpenSSL-esque projects the crypto world will handle this. New algorithms come-and-go. New cypher suites can be made, this is standard practice.
The _scary_ applications of Quantum Computing really have more to do with plasma turbulence and protein folding. I'm more concerned with nuclear/eugenic wars then my bank being drained.