Quantum Computing Hype Meets Reality

As the Trends editors have explained in prior issues, quantum computing may be one of the biggest infotech developments of the coming decade. For certain applications, this will literally represent a quantum leap in performance. But, exactly what are those applications? And, what about those applications where quantum computing won’t significantly outperform conventional computers? We’ll separate the hype from the reality.

The hyperbole surrounding quantum computers has steadily increased over the .....