February 1, 2008 | 4 comments

How Quantum Computers Work [Video]

 
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Jargon is easy; metaphors are tough -- try describing quantum computers to folks who have never heard of them. One of our editors gives it his best shot in fifth episode of the Instant Egghead segment of Scientific American's new video podcast. (iTunes, RSS)

 

Previous episodes of the 60 Second Science Video Podcast:

What is Evo-Devo?

What is Moore's Law?

What is Dark Matter?

What is Synthetic Biology

 



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