Quantum Computing: Hype vs. Reality

Are quantum computers the game-changer they're described to be, or is the promise of exponential speedup overblown? Join pioneer Seth Lloyd and Brian Greene as they discuss how the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics are leveraged by quantum computers, and the algorithmic challenges in achieving the promised exponential power. This program is part of the Big Ideas series, supported by the John Templeton Foundation. Participant: Seth Lloyd Moderator: Brian Greene 00:00 - Introduction 02:05 - Participant Introduction 03:12 - Basics of Quantum Mechanics: Double-Slit Experiment 10:31 - Basics of Quantum Mechanics: Wave Particle Duality 18:22 - Basics of Quantum Computation: Particle Spin 24:46 - Basics of Quantum Computing: Quantum vs. Classical 30:20 - Quantum Computers: State of Play 43:38 - Credits - SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel and "ring the bell" for all the latest videos from WSF - VISIT our Website: http://www.worldsciencefestival.com - LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldsciencefestival - FOLLOW us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WorldSciFest #worldsciencefestival #quantumcomputers #quantumcomputing #briangreene #sethlloyd