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So, what does this actually mean for quantum computing? I have hardly any understanding of the subject, so to me it seems odd that a breakthrough in simulation
by donkeyd 9y ago
So, what does this actually mean for quantum computing? I have hardly any understanding of the subject, so to me it seems odd that a breakthrough in simulation is very relevant. I also don't have a research background, so it may be that.
- marcosdumay 9y agoAs far as I can see, nothing. It means something for classical computers.
- _rpd 9y agoFrom the paper ... > With the current rate of progress in quantum computing technologies, 50-qubit systems will soon become a reality. To assess, refine and advance the design and control of these devices, one needs a means to test and evaluate their fidelity. https://arxiv.org/abs/1710.05867 https://arxiv.org/abs/1710.05867 It is for testing new quantum computers. We can now use classical computers to simulate larger ( > 49-qubit ) quantum computers. Previously ... > Such calculations were previously thought to be impossible due to impracticable memory requirements.