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I guess the problem is that the general public doesn't really know the distinction between quantum annealing and universal quantum computation.

• hexane360 9y ago
  So maybe articles should include something like: "The D-Wave system uses quantum annealing, which utilizes quantum effects to solve a select few problems much faster than traditional computers. However, it's not as flexible as a universal quantum computer, which could solve a much wider range of problems, including the prime-factorization problem at the heart of modern cryptography."
  • codekilla 9y ago
    I think this is a pretty good summary for an article.
  • deepnotderp 9y ago
    That's a pretty good summary, but honestly the vast majority of journalists will probably just run with the more sensational headline, and D-Wave is very happy to encourage that.